Pastry Cook

The Delicatessen; Phoenix, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Growth opportunities

Employee discounts

Paid vacation and sick time

Health insurance including vision and 

dental for full-time employees

Job summary

The Delicatessen in Phoenix is seeking passionate Bakers to join a fast-paced kitchen team. You will handle baking, prep, cooking, and plating while maintaining high quality and consistency. Candidates should be dependable, efficient, and enthusiastic about food.

Responsibilities include setting up stations, measuring ingredients, monitoring cooking, and ensuring sanitation. A current Food Handler card is preferred, and culinary schooling is a plus.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a baker, cook, or similar kitchen role.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask.
• Positive attitude and ability to work well within a team.

Responsibilities

• Set up workstations with all necessary ingredients and equipment.
• Prepare ingredients including baking, chopping, peeling, portioning, and measuring.
• Cook and prepare food using a variety of kitchen equipment and techniques.
• Monitor food while cooking and ensure consistency and quality.
• Maintain excellent food presentation standards.
• Keep kitchen and prep areas clean, sanitized, and organized.
• Properly store ingredients and prepared items.
• Monitor inventory levels and communicate shortages to leadership.
• Follow all food safety and sanitation procedures.

Skills

Baking experience

Attention to detail

Team player

Communication skills

Kitchen equipment knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary school training (a plus)

Job description

Do you love working with great ingredients, creating food people crave, and being part of a high-energy kitchen team? We're looking for passionate, hardworking Bakers who thrive in fast-paced environments and take pride in producing high-quality food every shift.

From baking and prep to cooking and presentation, this role is perfect for someone who moves with urgency, pays attention to detail, and enjoys being part of a team dedicated to consistency and hospitality.

If you're dependable, efficient, and passionate about food - we want to meet you.

What You'll Do

• Set up workstations with all necessary ingredients and equipment
• Prepare ingredients including baking, chopping, peeling, portioning, and measuring
• Cook and prepare food using a variety of kitchen equipment and techniques
• Monitor food while cooking and ensure consistency and quality
• Maintain excellent food presentation standards
• Keep kitchen and prep areas clean, sanitized, and organized
• Properly store ingredients and prepared items
• Monitor inventory levels and communicate shortages to leadership
• Follow all food safety and sanitation procedures

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience as a baker, cook, or similar kitchen role
• Familiarity with kitchen equipment, bakeware, and cooking tools
• Knowledge of cooking and baking techniques including grilling, baking, boiling, and prep work
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask
• Positive attitude and ability to work well within a team
• Good communication skills and strong work ethic
• Ability to stand for long periods and work in a high-volume environment
• Culinary school training is a plus, but not required
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Current Food Handler card

Why Join Our Team?

• Competitive hourly pay
• Growth opportunities within a chef-driven restaurant group
• Employee discounts
• Creative, supportive, and fast-paced kitchen culture
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Health insurance including vision and dental for full-time employees

Bring Your Passion to the Kitchen

We're looking for team members who care about quality, hustle, and creating incredible food experiences.

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