Pastry Cook: Gourmet Desserts & Creative Pastry

Bunkhouse; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401K with company match

Complimentary & Discounted Nights

Free parking

Generous Paid Time Off

Headspace wellbeing

Retail discounts

Job summary

Perseid Restaurant, located inside Hotel Saint Augustine in Houston, TX, seeks an enthusiastic Pastry Cook. You will collaborate with the Food & Beverage and Culinary teams to craft Gulf Coast–inspired pastries and desserts, while upholding health standards and contributing to a positive guest experience.

You will prepare pastries, bake breads and desserts, manage inventory, and support menu planning for daily service and special events. Strong teamwork and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree in baking and pastry arts preferred.
• 2+ years as pastry cook, baker, or similar role.
• Advanced knowledge of traditional pastry baking techniques.
• Must read/write/understand primary workplace language (English).
• Ability to use Excel/Word and basic computer programs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a variety of pastries according to recipes and supervisor instructions.
• Bake breads, cakes, cookies, and other pastries.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in the pastry station.
• Manage inventory and store food properly to prevent spoilage.
• Monitor temperatures of ovens and equipment during service.
• Assist in menu planning and special event dessert needs.

Skills

Pastry cooking

Baking pastries

Education

GED

Associate degree in baking and pastry arts

Tools

POS

Property Management System

Job description

Perseid Restaurant, located inside Hotel Saint Augustine in Houston, TX, seeks an enthusiastic Pastry Cook. You will collaborate with the Food & Beverage and Culinary teams to craft Gulf Coast–inspired pastries and desserts, while upholding health standards and contributing to a positive guest experience.

You will prepare pastries, bake breads and desserts, manage inventory, and support menu planning for daily service and special events. Strong teamwork and communication are essential.