Pastry Cook: Elevate Desserts in a Luxury Hotel

Appellation Healdsburg; Healdsburg (CA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Appellation Healdsburg is seeking a Pastry Cook to craft high-quality desserts, pastries, and baked goods, supporting an upscale hotel kitchen. You will collaborate with the Executive Chef and culinary team in a fast-paced environment, bringing creativity, precision, and a passion for pastry arts to every plate.

Daily duties include preparing pastries per recipes, assisting with seasonal menu development, maintaining spotless stations, and upholding health and sanitation standards.

Qualifications

• A culinary degree or certification is preferred but not required; hands-on kitchen experience can substitute.
• Must have a minimum of 1–2 years’ experience in a professional kitchen with a focus on pastry, baking and dessert preparation.
• Daily on-premises presence required.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Familiarity with local health regulations and safety standards.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and bake pastries and desserts according to recipes to ensure consistency and quality.
• Assist in menu development based on seasonal ingredients.
• Maintain presentation and quality standards for desserts.
• Keep pastry station clean, organized, and compliant with food safety guidelines.
• Inventory and supply management; help track inventory and reduce waste.
• Collaborate with kitchen team for smooth operations during service.
• Adhere to health and safety standards in all tasks.

Skills

Pastry & dessert prep

Food safety & sanitation

SERV Safe certification

Communication skills

Work under pressure

Education

Culinary degree or certification preferred

Tools

SERV Safe certification

Job description

Appellation Healdsburg is seeking a Pastry Cook to craft high-quality desserts, pastries, and baked goods, supporting an upscale hotel kitchen. You will collaborate with the Executive Chef and culinary team in a fast-paced environment, bringing creativity, precision, and a passion for pastry arts to every plate.

Daily duties include preparing pastries per recipes, assisting with seasonal menu development, maintaining spotless stations, and upholding health and sanitation standards.