Pastry Cook

CoolWorks.com - Jobs in Great Places; Weston (VT); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Holiday pay

401(k) enrollment

Professional development

Job summary

The Green Cat Bakery & Café in Weston, Vermont, is seeking a Pastry Cook who shares a passion for handcrafted pastries and meticulous technique. You will help produce laminated pastries, breads, cakes, and desserts, following established recipes and quality standards.

This role offers growth within a creative, collaborative kitchen and the opportunity to contribute to a menu that evolves daily. Ideal candidates have professional kitchen or bakery experience and a love of baking.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a professional kitchen or bakery preferred.
• Culinary school, baking program, or apprenticeship experience a plus.
• Knowledge of pastry techniques and baking processes.
• Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment and food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Baking & Production: Prepare and bake a variety of pastries, cakes, breads, and desserts according to established recipes.
• Preparation & Organization: Manage ingredients, tools, and equipment efficiently; label, store, and rotate products; maintain a clean workstation.
• Collaboration & Teamwork: Work with the Executive Pastry Chef and team to ensure smooth kitchen operations and assist during service periods.
• Quality Control & Presentation: Uphold visual and flavor standards; decorate baked goods with creativity and precision.
• Ongoing Learning: Stay informed on industry trends and master new recipes and procedures.

Job description

Craft Your Career at The Green Cat Bakery & Café - Join our Team!

The Green Cat Bakery & Café is more than a bakery, it’s a place where craft is taken seriously, every detail is intentional, and there’s always something new to discover. At the heart of the menu is a laminated pastry program built on precision and craft: classic croissants, kouign-amann, and rotating seasonal selections. The dessert case evolves daily with tarts, mousse, cheesecake bombes, and layered terrines. The bread is baked daily and features artfully crafted baguettes, ciabatta, focaccia and more.

About this Job…

We are seeking an inspired and talented Pastry Cook to assist with the production of baked goods, laminated pastries, breads and desserts while upholding the highest standards of quality and craftsmanship. Ideal candidates will have professional kitchen experience or a strong passion for baking and a desire to grow and learn within a creative and collaborative team.

This role requires technical baking skills, attention to detail, creativity, and a commitment to consistency and excellence.

What's in it for you…

• Paid time off available from DAY 1!

• Holiday pay available from DAY 1!

• 401(k) enrollment after 30 days!

• Professional development and promotion opportunities!

What you’ll be doing…

• Baking & Production

  • Prepare and bake a variety of pastries, cakes, breads, and desserts according to established recipes

  • Assist with dough preparation, portioning, decorating, and monitoring baking processes

  • Ensure consistent quality, presentation, and portioning standards are upheld

• Preparation & Organization

  • Manage ingredients, tools, and equipment efficiently

  • Properly label, store, and rotate ingredients and products

  • Maintain a clean and organized workstation following food safety and sanitation standards

  • Support inventory management

• Collaboration & Teamwork

  • Work closely with the Executive Pastry Chef and other team members to ensure smooth kitchen operations

  • Assist during service periods and special events

• Quality Control & Presentation

  • Uphold visual and flavor standards across all pastry items

  • Decorate baked goods with creativity and precision

• Ongoing Learning

  • Stay informed on industry trends and new techniques

  • Remain open to learning and mastering new recipes and procedures

Requirements…

Experience & Education

• Previous experience in a professional kitchen or bakery preferred

• Culinary school, baking program, or apprenticeship experience a plus

Technical Skills

• Knowledge of pastry techniques and baking processes

• Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment and food safety standards

• Basic math skills for measuring and scaling recipes

Soft Skills

• Strong attention to detail and artistic sensibility for decorating and plating

• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment

• Time management skills and a passion for culinary arts

Physical:

• 8+ hours per day; stand and walk frequently throughout the workday

• Reach, bend, stoop, and pivot frequently through workday

• Lift, lower, push, pull, and maneuver up to 25 pounds occasionally

About Us...

Named for the picturesque Vermont village it calls home, The Weston Hotel including The Left Bank restaurant and The Green Cat bakery & café is a luxury property nestled in the Green Mountains. Named #1 Hotel in New England by Condé Nast Traveler and recently recognized as the #5 Best Hotel Restaurant in the U.S. by USA Today’s Readers’ Choice Awards, The Left Bank offers an elegant French-inspired menu focused on in season ingredients from our own multi-acre regenerative farm. The Green Cat is a classic French Patisserie inspired bakery focused on laminated pastries, desserts, and daily baked breads. The hotel, restaurant, and bakery all blend luxurious sophistication with warm Vermont hospitality. Our guests come to enjoy world-class food and an award winning wine list. We take pride in creating memorable experiences with every service.

First Hospitality seeks to attract and retain a high-performing and diverse workforce in which employee’s differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the customers we serve.

FH fosters an inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration, flexibility, and fairness.

Equal Opportunity Employer.