Pastry Cook

Orange Hill Restaurant; Placentia (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Job summary

Orange Hill Restaurant in California seeks a pastry cook to prepare and plate desserts to our exacting standards and to help maintain a pristine, organized workstation in a high-end kitchen.

You will work alongside the kitchen team to follow established recipes, apply proper food safety practices, and contribute to a smooth, elegant dining service.

Requirements include 1–2 years of pastry experience, ability to work weekends and holidays, and a positive, team-focused attitude.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of pastry experience required.
• Knowledge of cooking techniques, ingredients, and kitchen equipment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment.
• Must be able to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside the kitchen team to prepare and plate desserts according to established recipes and standards.
• Follow food safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure efficient and effective service.
• Assist with inventory and ordering as needed.

Skills

Kitchen Prep

Detail Oriented

Cooking

Education

High School or better.

Job description

Company Overview:

Orange Hill Restaurant is a renowned upscale dining and special event establishment known for its breathtaking views, culinary excellence, and exceptional service. Our newly remodeled restaurant offers a unique dining experience, combining a sophisticated ambiance with delectable cuisine. Uniquely situated on the hills of Orange County, Orange Hill offers sweeping views of Catalina Island, Downtown Los Angeles, Disneyland's magical firework show and our beautiful California coastline.

Responsibilities:

• Work alongside the kitchen team to prepare and plate desserts according to established recipes and standards
• Follow food safety and sanitation guidelines
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Collaborate with team members to ensure efficient and effective service
• Assist with inventory and ordering as needed

Qualifications:

• Previous experience as a pastry cook is required
• Knowledge of cooking techniques, ingredients, and kitchen equipment
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment
• Positive attitude, team player, and able to work collaboratively with others
• Must be able to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays

Benefits:

• Competitive pay rates
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Paid time off
• Employee discounts on food and beverages
• Incredible work environment

Pay: $21.00-$25.00 / hour

Disclaimer:

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; and is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recognize that people are our finest asset. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, creed, color, religion or belief, national origin, sex, ancestry, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, medical condition, gender identity or sexual orientation or any other classification protected by law.

Specialty Restaurants Corporation maintains a drug free workplace. The Company will consider for employment qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner that is consistent with local, state, and federal law.

Qualifications

Skills

• Kitchen Prep - Expert
• Detail Oriented - Advanced
• Cooking - Advanced

Behaviors

• Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them
• Loyal: Shows firm and constant support to a cause
• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Education

Preferred

High School or better.

Experience

Required

1-2 years: Pastry

All job offers are contingent upon successfully passing pre-employment background check