Pastry Cook/ Baker

Acme Hospitality Group; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Acme Hospitality Group in Santa Barbara, CA seeks a Pastry Cook to create pastries, breads, and desserts for our acclaimed concepts. You will collaborate with the culinary team, maintain quality, and ensure station cleanliness.

The role requires early mornings, weekend availability, and a passion for pastry. Prior pastry experience and knowledge of food safety are essential; culinary degree preferred but not mandatory. We offer a supportive environment with opportunities for growth and tips.

Qualifications

• Previous pastry cook, baker, or similar role in a culinary establishment.
• Strong pastry techniques in baking, decorating, and plating.
• Proficient in preparing pastries, desserts, and breads.
• Creative with attention to detail for visually appealing pastries.
• Able to work in fast-paced environments and multitask.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Flexible to work early mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Culinary degree or relevant certification preferred but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and bake a variety of pastries, desserts, and breads per recipes and standards.
• Decorate and present pastries attractively.
• Monitor inventory of pastry ingredients for daily production.
• Collaborate with Head Pastry Chef and culinary team to refine recipes.
• Maintain a clean workstation following food safety guidelines.
• Adhere to portion control and presentation standards.
• Assist in development of new pastry items and seasonal specials.
• Stay updated with pastry trends and techniques.
• Assist with training and supervision of junior pastry staff as needed.
• Follow all company policies and training for a safe work environment.

Skills

Pastry techniques

Baking

Decorating

Plating

Food safety

Time management

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent

Tools

Ctuit

Toast

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

Who We Are:

Acme Hospitality owns and operates a collection of highly acclaimed and award-winning food & beverage concepts and boutique hotels throughout California. In addition to a collection of restaurants and hotels, we create hospitality experiences that inspire people, create a sense of camaraderie, and make people happy.

Mission & Core Values:

Above all else, we are committed to providing our team members with a work environment and experience that we can be proud of. Our Core Values of Delivering Excellence, Embrace Originality, Act with Integrity and Celebrate Community are the essential ingredients for success.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare and bake a variety of pastries, desserts, and breads according to established recipes and standards.
• Decorate and present pastries and desserts in an attractive and visually appealing manner.
• Monitor inventory of pastry ingredients and ensure their availability for daily production.
• Collaborate with the Head Pastry Chef and culinary team to develop and refine recipes.
• Maintain a clean and organized workstation, following food safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Adhere to portion control and presentation standards to ensure consistency in taste and appearance.
• Assist in the development and implementation of new pastry menu items and seasonal specials.
• Stay updated with current industry trends and techniques in pastry making.
• Assist with the training and supervision of junior pastry staff as needed.
• Follow all company policies, procedures, and regulations to ensure a safe and efficient work environment

COMPENSATION:

$16.90–$22 per hour (based on experience) , plus tips

Requirements

REQUIREMENTS

• Previous experience as a Pastry Cook, Baker or in a similar role within a culinary establishment.
• Strong knowledge of pastry techniques, including baking, decorating, and plating.
• Proficiency in preparing a variety of pastries, desserts, and breads.
• Creativity and attention to detail to create visually appealing and delicious pastries.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
• A culinary degree or relevant certification is preferred but not mandatory.

Job Status:

Non-Exempt

Important Notice:

This job description is not an exclusive or exhaustive list of all job functions that an Acme Hospitality Team Member in this position may be asked to perform from time to time. Based on business needs or Guest service objectives, you may also be asked to perform other duties or tasks in addition to those listed above and will be required to have completed required training associated with the other duties or tasks.

Systems you may need to know:

Ctuit, Toast, Microsoft Office

The company reserves the right to revise and change job duties as the need arises. I have read and understand the requirements of this position and agree to this position and agree that I am able meet these duties and responsibilities. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.