Pastry Cook

Auberge Collection; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Commodore Perry Estate, Auberge Collection in Austin seeks a Culinary Artisan pastry specialist to craft pastries, desserts, and breads with precision and artistry. You will work under the pastry leader, contributing to banquet and restaurant service and upholding the estate's pastry standards.

You will assist with mise en place, recipe execution, inventory, and waste control, while collaborating with pastry, culinary, stewarding, and service teams to ensure timely guest service.

Qualifications

• Formal training in culinary arts with a pastry/baking focus.
• At least 1 year pastry cook experience.
• Proficiency in baking methods, including dough preparation, shaping, and decorating.
• Strong attention to precision and high-quality presentation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and finish pastries, desserts, breads per recipes and standards.
• Assist with mise en place, batch prep, baking, plating, and service for outlets and events.
• Follow recipes and communicate ingredient needs and timing to pastry leader.
• Maintain portioning, appearance, freshness, labeling, dating, and rotation of ingredients and finished items.
• Keep workstations and equipment clean; follow food safety and sanitation procedures.
• Receive, inspect, store deliveries; help monitor inventory and minimize waste.
• Coordinate with pastry, culinary, stewarding, and service teams for smooth kitchen operations.
• Participate in training, tastings, and menu prep as directed by leadership.

Skills

Pastry & baking techniques

Precision & detail

Mise en place & production

Education

Culinary arts, pastry focus

Job description

A treasured and historic landmark reborn, Commodore Perry Estate, Auberge Collection occupies a unique niche in the Austin hospitality market. Designed by Ken Fulk and set on a 10-acre estate in the Hyde Park neighborhood of Austin, the property is the first luxury hotel & social members club of its kind in the city, blending intimacy and character with heritage and the independent spirit of Austin. Boasting 53 spacious rooms and suites, including a collection of five signature suites, the hotel offers a residential-style experience brimming with charm. Amenities include a dramatic 50-foot oval swimming pool, The Spa Suite, Wellbeing by Auberge, a state-of-the-art fitness studio, and distinct dining and drinking venues, including Lutie’s Garden Restaurant, the Estate’s signature restaurant. Expansive indoor and outdoor event space includes the picture-perfect Chapel with over 1,600 square feet of indoor space and 3,000 square feet of outdoor space. Commodore Perry Estate offers an authentic Austin provenance that invites guests to dine and celebrate in contemporary style.

Job Description

Step into the realm of culinary excellence as a key player in our kitchen brigade. Whether you're a savant with savory delights or a lover of sweet symphonies, embrace the opportunity to showcase your culinary prowess. As a Culinary Artisan, you play an integral role in curating an unforgettable dining experience, leaving an indelible mark on the palates of our patrons.

• Prepare and finish pastries, desserts, breads, and other baked goods according to established recipes, production plans, and presentation standards.
• Assist with mise en place, batch preparation, baking, plating, and service for restaurant operations, banquets, private events, and other assigned outlets.
• Follow recipes accurately and communicate with the pastry leader about ingredient availability, preparation needs, timing, and quality concerns.
• Maintain consistent portioning, appearance, freshness, and temperature of all products; label, date, store, and rotate ingredients and finished items properly.
• Keep workstations, tools, and equipment clean and organized; follow food safety, sanitation, allergen-awareness, and workplace safety procedures.
• Receive, inspect, and store deliveries; help monitor inventory and minimize waste through careful handling and production.
• Coordinate respectfully with pastry, culinary, stewarding, and service teams to support smooth kitchen operations and timely guest service.
• Participate in training, tastings, menu preparation, and other duties assigned by the pastry leader or culinary leadership.

Qualifications

• Formal training or education in culinary arts, with a focus on pastry and baking techniques.
• One year Pastry Cook experience.
• Proficient in various baking methods, including dough preparation, pastry shaping, and decorating techniques.
• Strong focus on precision and detail to ensure consistency and high-quality presentation of pastries and desserts.

Additional Information

About Auberge Collection

Auberge Collection is a portfolio of extraordinary hotels, resorts, residences and private clubs. While each property is unique, all share a crafted approach to luxury and bring the soul of the locale to life through captivating design, exceptional cuisine, innovative wellbeing, and gracious yet unobtrusive service. With 30 one-of-a-kind hotels, resorts, and residences, Auberge invites guests to create unforgettable stories in some of the world’s most desirable destinations.

For more information: auberge.com

Connect with Auberge Collection on Instagram , TikTok , Facebook , and LinkedIn @Auberge and #AlwaysAuberge

About Friedkin

Friedkin is a privately held family of global brands spanning automotive, entertainment, hospitality, investments, and sports.

Founded in 1969 and headquartered in Houston, Texas, the company is led by Chief Executive Dan Friedkin, and united by a mission to build breakthrough brands that redefine the status quo.

The Friedkin portfolio includes Gulf States Toyota, 30WEST, Accelerated Solutions Group, AS Roma, Ascent Automotive Group, Auberge Collection, Congaree, Copilot Capital, Diamond Creek, Everton Football Club, GSFSGroup, Imperative Entertainment, Legendary Expeditions, NEON, Northside Lexus, Pursuit Sports, The Friedkin Group International, USAL and Westside Lexus.

For more information, please visit www.friedkin.com

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