Pastry cook

Workstream; East Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dining discount

Referral bonuses

Career advancement

Job summary

Arancino in Hawaii seeks a Pastry Cook to craft desserts that complete the dining experience. You will bake pastries, decorate creations, and plate desserts during service with precision.

The role requires pastry experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to follow recipes consistently in a fast-paced kitchen environment. Compensation reflects experience with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Experience in pastry or baking preferred.
• Strong attention to detail with a creative eye for presentation.
• Ability to follow recipes accurately and maintain consistency.
• Excellent time management in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Team player with a positive attitude.
• AM/PM availability preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and bake pastries, cakes, and other desserts according to recipes and quality standards.
• Assist with daily dessert plating during service.
• Measure, mix, and prepare doughs, creams, and fillings.
• Decorate desserts with precision and creativity.
• Maintain a clean, organized pastry station and follow food safety guidelines.
• Monitor inventory of pastry ingredients and assist with ordering.

Skills

Pastry baking

Attention to detail

Recipe following

Time management

Team player

AM/PM availability

Job description

About Us

Voted Best Italian Restaurant in Hawaii by Honolulu Magazine's Hale 'Aina Awards for 12 years in a row, Arancino showcases classic Italian dishes with a modern twist, featuring the finest ingredients imported from Italy and fresh, locally sourced products from Hawaii. Our award-winning locations in Waikiki and The Kahala Hotel have earned Hale 'Aina and 'Ilima honors for excellence in cuisine and service.

Join Our Team

We're seeking a talented Pastry Cook

to craft beautiful, delicious desserts that complete the Arancino dining experience. If you have a passion for pastry and the precision it takes to create memorable sweets, we'd love to meet you.

What You'll Do

• Prepare and bake pastries, cakes, and other desserts according to recipes and quality standards
• Assist with daily dessert plating during service
• Measure, mix, and prepare doughs, creams, and fillings
• Decorate desserts with precision and creativity
• Maintain a clean, organized pastry station and follow food safety guidelines
• Monitor inventory of pastry ingredients and assist with ordering

What We're Looking For

• Previous pastry or baking experience preferred (restaurant or bakery)
• Strong attention to detail and a creative eye for presentation
• Ability to follow recipes accurately and maintain consistency
• Excellent time management skills in a fast-paced kitchen
• Team player with a positive attitude
• AM/PM availability preferred

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Medical coverage
• 50% employee dining discount
• Referral bonuses
• Opportunities to cross-train and advance

Voted 'Best Italian Restaurant in Hawaii' by Honolulu Magazine Hale 'Aina Awards 10 years running - showcases classic Italian dishes with a modern twist featuring the finest ingredients imported from Italy and fresh locally sourced products from Hawaii. We have two locations in Waikiki and one at The Kahala Hotel.