Pastry Cook - Burbank, Ca

Specialty Restaurants; Burbank (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Life insurance

401k with match

Employee discounts

EAP

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Castaway in Burbank, part of Specialty Restaurants Corporation, is seeking a skilled pastry cook to join our culinary team. The ideal candidate loves baking and desserts and thrives in a fast-paced, fine dining environment.

You will prepare, bake, and plate desserts, assist in seasonal offerings, maintain proper storage and labeling, and uphold strict food safety and cleanliness standards. Collaboration with the Pastry Chef and kitchen staff will elevate the guest experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of pastry or baking experience in a fine dining or upscale environment.
• Strong working knowledge of classic and contemporary pastry techniques.
• Ability to work efficiently in a high‑pressure, team‑oriented kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and plate desserts, pastries, and breads in accordance with established recipes and presentation standards.
• Assist in the development of seasonal dessert offerings and daily specials.
• Ensure proper storage, handling, and labeling of all ingredients and finished products.
• Follow all food safety, hygiene, and sanitation guidelines.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient station at all times.
• Support inventory management, ordering, and product rotation as needed.
• Communicate and collaborate with front- and back-of-house team members to ensure seamless service.

Skills

Pastry

Desserts

Baking

Plated desserts

Education

High School Diploma or College Degree

Job description

Company Overview

Castaway, recognized as one of Travel + Leisure's \"Best Date Spots in America,\" offers a distinctive dining experience where both guests and team members are treated like stars. Our seasonally inspired menu showcases premium cuts of meat sourced from top-tier butchers, an exquisite raw bar, vegetable-forward sides, and customizable charcuterie boards. Castaway has garnered numerous prestigious accolades, including being named one of the \"Most Romantic Restaurants in LA\" by Thrillist, LA Weekly, Gayot, Yelp, OpenTable, and NBC.

Castaway, recognized as one of Travel + Leisure's \"Best Date Spots in America,\" offers a distinctive dining experience where both guests and team members are treated like stars. Our seasonally inspired menu showcases premium cuts of meat sourced from top-tier butchers, an exquisite raw bar, vegetable-forward sides, and customizable charcuterie boards. Castaway has garnered numerous prestigious accolades, including being named one of the \"Most Romantic Restaurants in LA\" by Thrillist, LA Weekly, Gayot, Yelp, OpenTable, and NBC. At Castaway, our mission is to continuously innovate and deliver a five-star experience to our team members, guests, and the community. SRC is committed to fostering internal growth, collaboration, and teamwork, while creating a positive and supportive work environment. We are excited to welcome our next valued team member to join us in this pursuit.

Position Summary

We are seeking a skilled and passionate pastry cook to join our culinary team. The ideal candidate will possess a love for baking, cooking, a strong work ethic, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic, high-pressure kitchen environment. As a pastry cook you will play an integral role in preparing, baking, and presenting high-quality desserts and baked goods in accordance with the standards we have in our establishment. This role requires creativity, precision, and consistency, as well as a strong understanding of classic and contemporary pastry techniques. The Pastry Cook works closely with the Pastry Chef and culinary team to execute plated desserts, pastries, breads, and specialty items that align with the restaurant's culinary vision and elevate the guest experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and plate desserts, pastries, and breads in accordance with established recipes and presentation standards.


• Assist in the development of seasonal dessert offerings and daily specials.


• Ensure proper storage, handling, and labeling of all ingredients and finished products.


• Follow all food safety, hygiene, and sanitation guidelines.


• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient station at all times.


• Support inventory management, ordering, and product rotation as needed.


• Communicate and collaborate with front- and back-of-house team members to ensure seamless service.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a professional pastry or baking role (fine dining or upscale environment preferred).


• Strong working knowledge of classic and contemporary pastry techniques, including doughs, mousses, custards, sauces, and plated dessert composition.


• Ability to work efficiently in a high-pressure, team-oriented kitchen.


• Flexible schedule availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.


• Positive attitude and eagerness to learn, contribute, and grow.

Benefits

• Continuous learning and skill development through workshops and training sessions.


• Full time employees qualify for comprehensive health plans, employer-paid life insurance, supplemental benefit plans, 401k with annual employer match.


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


• Team member discounts on food and beverages.


• Opportunities for growth + advancement.


• Annual Paid Sick Time - renewed yearly


• Management Referral Program - Earn up to $4,000 for referring top talent to qualifying management positions.


• A dynamic and positive work environment.


• ...And more!

Compensation

$22.00 - $25.00 / hour

Disclaimer

This job description outlines the general nature and level of work expected for this position. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required.

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

Specialty Restaurants Corporation maintains a drug-free workplace and will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with local, state, and federal law.

Preferred Education

High School Diploma or college degree.

Licenses & Certifications Required

• Food Handler Certificate


• Sexual Harassment Certificate

All job offers are contingent upon successfully passing a background check.

Salary: $22.00 - $25.00 per hour