Pastry Cook

José Andrés Group; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, Dental, Vision

401k

Pet insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Career advancement

50% off food at José Andrés Group

Job summary

José Andrés Group is seeking a Pastry Cook in Washington, DC, to join our kitchens across diverse brands. You will confidently prep and run a pastry station during busy service, delivering consistent desserts that exceed guest expectations.

Work with an energetic team, continuously learn, and deepen your understanding of ingredients for each item. The role supports growth, creativity, and a strong benefits program.

Qualifications

• Ability to set up and maintain a clean, organized pastry station.
• Thorough knowledge of food safety guidelines and standards.
• Collaborate with kitchen staff to meet pastry needs and timings.
• Strong understanding of menu items and recipes.

Responsibilities

• Prep and run a pastry station during busy service.
• Seamlessly work with a positive kitchen team to reproduce desserts.
• Pursue continuous learning and expand knowledge of food and beverage.
• Understand ingredients as they pertain to each recipe and preparation.

Skills

Workstation setup

Food safety

Team collaboration

Menu knowledge

Attention to detail

Job description

Description

Pastry Cook

José Andrés restaurants have always been centered around our original mission, Change the World through the Power of Food! From fast casual to fine dining and everything in between, JAG’ers know they all play a critical role in overall success of our brands.

What we would like from you

• Leverage culinary skills, experience and technique to confidently prep and run a station during busy service.
• Seamlessly work with an energetic and positive kitchen team to prepare and reproduce menu items, which will exceed our guest’s expectations.
• A passion for continuous learning and discovery by embracing an active and innovative approach to expanding your knowledge of food and beverage.
• Understand all ingredients as they pertain to each recipe and preparation of each authentic menu item

What you can expect from us

• Competitive Pay with industry leading benefits
• Access to Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, and even insurance for your pets
• 50% off food at any of our restaurants
• Flexible Schedules
• Fun, Dynamic, Innovative atmosphere
• Education Assistance/Tuition Reimbursement
• Career Advancement opportunities

At The José Andrés Group of restaurants every endeavor is driven by the importance we place in our missions and core values. The diverse array of restaurants that make up José Andrés Group span cuisines and cultures, price points, and service styles. From two 2-Michelin-starred restaurants to game-changing small plates restaurants to fast-casual eateries and a food hall, the company offers unparalleled culinary experiences for every taste. Our restaurants serve a wide variety of global cuisines, including Spanish, American, Mexican, Greek, Peruvian and beyond, each one telling the unique stories gathered by José and the José Andrés Group team through years of travel, research, experimentation and inspiration.

JoseAndresGroup is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Requirements

Skills & Conditions

• Ability Knowledge of workstation set up and maintain a clean and organized workspace, adhere to food safety guidelines, and collaborate with the kitchen staff to meet the restaurant's menu needs.
• Thorough knowledge of menu items and recipes.
• Ability to take direction and work in a team environment and to work calmly and effectively under pressure.
• Must have problem solving abilities, be self-motivated, and organized.
• This position will spend 100% of the time standing or walking.
• Must be able to stand and exert well-paced mobility for up to 8 hours in length.
• Must be able to exert well-paced ability to maneuver between functions occurring simultaneously.
• Must be able to lift up to 30lbs. on a regular and continuing basis.
• May be required to lift trays of food or food items weighing up to 50 lbs. occasionally.
• Requires grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, bending, climbing, listening and hearing ability and visual acuity.
• Talking and hearing occur continuously in the process of communicating supervisors and other employees.
• Requires manual dexterity to use and operate all necessary equipment.