Pastry Cook

The Los Angeles Country Club; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the culinary field is seeking a dedicated Cook to join their kitchen team. This role involves preparing and serving creative dishes while ensuring high standards of food safety and presentation. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong culinary skills, effective communication, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. With a focus on quality and creativity, this position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a renowned dining experience. If you are passionate about culinary arts and eager to grow in a fine dining setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Food Handler’s certification is required.
• Reliable and punctual with efficient culinary skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and serves innovative dishes under the direction of chefs.
• Maintains a clean and organized kitchen station.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Team Collaboration

Problem-Solving

Food Safety Practices

Time Management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Culinary School

Tools

Cooking Equipment

Food Thermometer

Job description

Position Summary:

Prepares, cooks, and serves creative and innovative dishes under the direction of the Executive Chef, Sous Chefs, and Pastry Lead Cook.

Position Responsibilities:

• Works well with the team and communicates efficiently.
• Prepares dishes to standards consistently and in a timely manner.
• Organizes and prioritizes multiple projects to meet deadlines.
• Is proactive, creative, and flexible in problem-solving.
• Practices safe and sanitary food handling and preparation procedures.
• Follows directions from the Executive Chef, Sous Chefs, and Pastry Lead Cook; asks questions when necessary.
• Maintains a clean, organized, and hygienic station.
• Takes full responsibility for the assigned station, completes prep needs, and executes service.
• Follows recipes using appropriate measuring techniques.
• Performs other kitchen duties as assigned.

Qualification Standards:

• Food Handler’s certification is required.
• Able to cook orders as specified on the menu and to members' requests.
• Capable of operating cooking equipment.
• Ability to read and understand English and communicate professionally with members.
• Skilled in using and reading a food thermometer.
• Possesses efficient and precise culinary pastry skills.
• Has knowledge and appropriate application of fundamental cooking and baking techniques.
• Reliable and punctual.

Education:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Culinary school preferred.

Experience:

• 2 or more years working on the line.
• 1 or more years of fine dining club experience preferred.