Pastry Cook

The Kitchen American Bistro; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 24,796 - 37,195; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO and Paid Sick Time

Health, vision, and dental insurance

Free RTD Ecopass

Wellness reimbursement program

Store discount

Educational reimbursement

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

The Kitchen American Bistro in Boulder is seeking a passionate Pastry Cook to create delicious pastry items in a high-energy, community-focused environment. The ideal candidate should have at least two years of experience, great communication skills, and the ability to work well under pressure.

Join a company that values quality local foods and provides excellent benefits, including PTO, health insurance, and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• At least two years of experience preferred.
• Excellent understanding of various ingredients, equipment, and procedures.
• Superior temperament and good communication skills.
• Aged 18 years or older.

Responsibilities

• Assist in pastry menu execution and uphold quality standards.
• Maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of the pastry area.
• Communicate with chefs about pastry-related issues.
• Receive and ensure accuracy of orders.

Skills

Communication skills

Adaptability

Teamwork

Understanding of ingredients

Job description

Summary

The Kitchen Bistro in Boulder is a community gathering spot featuring a seasonal menu and shared plates set in a modern, rustic atmosphere. The Pastry Cook is responsible for the creation of all pastry items, supporting the team and helping to maintain an exciting, inviting, and progressive environment. This person should be a high‑energy and positive individual who will help foster connections with friends, family, and the community through service, food, and drink. The ideal candidate should be self‑motivated, eager to learn, and adaptable. We offer a unique, fun environment with the opportunity to grow within the company.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in Pastry Menu Execution
• Responsible for the appearance and taste of all pastry items to the restaurant’s standards
• Organizing and executing daily prep duties
• Communicating with the head Chef and Sous Chef regarding prep and menu items
• Maintaining organization, cleanliness, sanitation and maintenance of pastry equipment and area per Health Department regulations and restaurant standards
• Communicating with the Chef and/or Manager on Duty about all pastry‑related issues, menu changes, and updates before, during, and after service
• Receiving orders from purveyors and ensuring their accuracy
• Ensuring quality and standards are always upheld through proper food preparation and adherence to recipes
• Assisting the team as needed; performing related work as requested; modeling and promoting teamwork

Qualifications

• At least two years of experience preferred
• Excellent understanding of various ingredients, equipment, and procedures; passion for quality local foods and high service standards
• Superior temperament, adaptable nature, and good communication skills
• Demonstrated integrity in all areas, both personal and professional
• Able to operate effectively as part of a team and communicate clearly
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Working Conditions

• Ability to perform functions at the restaurant level
• Working with hot, cold, and potentially hazardous equipment and office equipment
• Regularly required to stand, use hands, reach, talk, hear, taste, smell, and walk
• May be required to work in very warm or cold conditions for extended periods
• Occasional requirements to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, and crouch
• Regularly lift or move up to 45 pounds; occasionally up to 50 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required: close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, ability to adjust focus
• Operation of high‑pressure steam boiler or high‑temperature water boiler
• Statements describe essential nature and level of work; not all responsibilities or qualifications are listed

Salary

$18.00 per hour – $27.00 per hour plus service fee

Benefits

• PTO and Paid Sick Time
• Health, vision, and dental insurance
• Free RTD Ecopass for eligible employees
• Wellness reimbursement program
• Store discount
• Educational reimbursement
• Advancement opportunities
• Great company culture and community involvement

The Kitchen is an EEO Employer. The responsibilities and physical demands described here describe the essential nature and level of work performed and are representative of those that are to be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Position remains open for one week following the initial post or until filled.