Pastry Cook

DO & CO AG; Hempfield Township (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily meals

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) eligibility

Career development opportunities

Global opportunities

Job summary

DO & CO AG in New York is seeking a skilled Pastry Cook to join our growing culinary team. You will prepare and bake pastries, desserts, and bakery products to exact specifications, maintaining quality and consistency across multiple stations.

The role requires at least one year in pastry or bakery, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team, with flexibility for days, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• At least one year of pastry or bakery experience.
• Strong knowledge of baking ingredients, measurement techniques, and temperatures.
• Experience using commercial pastry and bakery equipment.
• Comfortable following standardized recipes and production specifications accurately.
• Strong attention to detail, cleanliness, and presentation.
• Capable of managing a substantial workload across multiple stations while meeting deadlines.
• Works effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Flexible availability, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and bake pastries, desserts, confectionery items, and other bakery products according to standardized recipes and specifications.
• Accurately measure, scale, mix, shape, portion, and finish ingredients and pastry products.
• Apply proper mixing, baking, cooling, assembling, and decorating techniques.
• Monitor baking temperatures and times to ensure consistent quality.
• Complete assigned production tasks across multiple pastry stations while meeting deadlines.
• Inspect ingredients and finished products for freshness, quality, and presentation.
• Follow proper portion-control procedures and monitor food waste.
• Maintain ingredients, tools, and supplies at production stations.
• Label, date, rotate, and store ingredients and finished products per safety guidelines.
• Operate and maintain mixers, ovens, scales, and other pastry equipment safely.
• Keep workstations and storage areas clean and organized.
• Follow food safety regulations in the handbook.
• Report concerns to management and the Hygiene and Food Safety team.
• Support training of new team members.

Skills

Pastry experience

Attention to detail

Team player

Standing for long periods

Tools

Commercial pastry equipment

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for a skilled and detail-oriented Pastry Cook to join our growing New York culinary team!

About DO & CO

We have a passion for hospitality culinary delights on every banquet floor and in the sky. With the three business segments of Airline Catering, International Event Catering, and Restaurants, Lounges & Hotels, we offer gourmet entertainment all over the world. We operate in 33 locations, 12 countries and 3 Continents, maintaining the highest standard of quality in both our products and services. We refine the classics, develop the unknown and grow constantly – sometimes beyond our own expectations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and bake pastries, desserts, confectionery items, and other bakery products according to standardized recipes and specifications.
• Accurately measure, scale, mix, shape, portion, and finish ingredients and pastry products.
• Apply proper mixing, baking, cooling, assembling, and decorating techniques.
• Monitor baking temperatures and times to ensure consistent quality, texture, flavor, and appearance.
• Complete assigned production tasks across multiple pastry stations while meeting strict deadlines.
• Inspect ingredients and finished products for freshness, quality, consistency, and presentation.
• Follow proper portion-control procedures and accurately monitor food waste.
• Maintain sufficient ingredients, tools, and supplies at assigned production stations.
• Properly label, date, rotate, and store ingredients and finished products according to food safety standards.
• Safely operate and maintain mixers, ovens, scales, and other commercial pastry equipment.
• Keep workstations, equipment, utensils, and storage areas clean, sanitary, and organized.
• Follow all food safety and hygiene regulations outlined in the Food Safety Management System handbook.
• Report food safety, product quality, equipment, or operational concerns to management and the Hygiene and Food Safety team.
• Support the training of new team members when assigned.
• Perform additional duties as directed by the Pastry Chef or management.

Qualifications

• At least one year of pastry or bakery experience required, preferably in a high-volume production environment.
• Strong knowledge of baking ingredients, measuring techniques, mixing methods, baking temperatures, and preparation times.
• Experience using commercial pastry and bakery equipment.
• Comfortable following standardized recipes and production specifications accurately.
• Strong attention to detail, consistency, cleanliness, and presentation.
• Capable of managing a substantial workload across multiple stations while meeting strict deadlines.
• Works effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Proactive, dependable, organized, and committed to producing high-quality products.
• Comfortable standing and working on your feet for extended periods.
• Flexible availability, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.

What We Offer

• Pay rate: $22.29 per hour.
• Complimentary daily meals, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits for eligible full-time employees.
• 401(k) eligibility for full-time employees.
• A workplace committed to innovation, creativity, and exceptional hospitality.
• Genuine career-development opportunities, both nationally and internationally.
• The opportunity to represent and collaborate with a global leader in luxury gourmet entertainment.

Diversity & Inclusion Statement

DO & CO provides equal employment opportunities. Applicants will be considered for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other protected characteristic.

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