PASTRY COOK

Palm Palm; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Opportunity for advancement

Competitive hourly wage

Staff dining discounts

Job summary

Palm Palm in Pittsburgh is hiring a Pastry Cook to join their exciting dining experience focusing on elevated food in a creative open kitchen. You'll assist in preparing desserts and contribute significantly to the guest experience.

The role offers flexibility, training for beginners, and a culture dedicated to quality and creativity. Benefits include competitive wages and staff dining discounts.

Qualifications

• Experience in pastry or baking is a plus, but not required—we’re happy to train the right fit.
• A flexible schedule that includes evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and plating of desserts with care, consistency, and creativity.
• Maintain par levels, prep mise en place, and communicate needs with clarity.
• Uphold food safety and sanitation standards throughout every step.
• Keep your station clean, organized, and ready for service.
• Collaborate closely with the pastry chef, line cooks, and service team.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong work ethic

Solid communication skills

Calm under pressure

Curiosity and creativity

Job description

Benefits

• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement

Now Hiring: Pastry Cook

New Restaurant | Open Kitchen | Elevated Food in a Relaxed Space

Open kitchen Concept that bakes with purpose, finishes with flair, and serves with heart—and we’re looking for a Pastry Cook to bring our dessert program to life. If you’re passionate about pastry and looking for more than just another back‑of‑house job—this is it.

What Makes This Different

• Brand-new kitchen designed for creativity and collaboration
• A visible pastry station—you’re part of the guest experience from prep to plating
• A chance to help shape our dessert program
• A menu rooted in seasonal ingredients, technique, and playful coastal flavors
• A culture that’s serious about quality—but never takes itself too seriously

What You’ll Do

• Assist in the preparation and plating of desserts with care, consistency, and creativity
• Maintain par levels, prep mise en place, and communicate needs with clarity
• Follow recipes and techniques with precision while being open to learning new ones
• Uphold food safety and sanitation standards throughout every step
• Keep your station clean, organized, and ready for service
• Collaborate closely with the pastry chef, line cooks, and service team
• Show up ready to work, ready to grow, and ready to sweeten the guest experience

What You Bring

• Experience in pastry or baking is a plus, but not required—we’re happy to train the right fit
• Attention to detail, strong work ethic, and a love for desserts and hospitality
• Calm and focused under pressure, with solid communication skills
• A flexible schedule that includes evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Curiosity, creativity, and a desire to be part of something special

Pay & Perks

• Competitive hourly wage (based on experience)
• Staff dining discounts
• Flexible scheduling & clear opportunities for growth
• Be part of a team where your contributions matter
• Work in a space designed to inspire—from the pastry pass to the playlist