Pastry Cook – Plated Desserts (Fine Dining)

JKS Restaurants Ltd.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

JKS Restaurants Ltd. in New York is seeking a Pastry Cook to join the culinary team. Produce high-quality plated desserts, pastries, and breads in a fine dining environment, maintaining precision and consistency with our standards.

Ideal candidates have at least 2 years in upscale kitchens, formal pastry education or Michelin experience preferred, and the ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays while upholding sanitary and service excellence.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in upscale kitchen or similar position.
• Formal pastry or culinary education or Michelin experience strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of pastry techniques, bread baking, chocolate work, and plated dessert presentation.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work cleanly, efficiently, and calmly under pressure.
• Flexible schedule with nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Commitment to hospitality, teamwork, and excellence.
• Good time-management and teamwork skills
• Pride in appearance.
• Constantly strive to improve personal and professional development.
• Must be able to stand or walk for extended periods of time and lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Assist in opening and closing procedures to prep kitchen for service and maintain cleanliness.
• Prepare, bake, and present all pastry items, breads, and plated desserts.
• Execute recipes with consistency, following restaurant standards and Chef’s direction.
• Maintain proper mise en place for pastry components.
• Decorate, garnish, and plate desserts with attention to detail, flavor balance, and aesthetics.
• Support the Pastry Chef with menu development, seasonal dessert changes, and special event offerings.
• Uphold NYC Department of Health and restaurant sanitation standards.
• Label, store, and rotate ingredients to minimize waste.
• Collaborate with the culinary and service teams for seamless guest experiences.
• Assist in inventory, ordering, and receiving of pastry-related supplies.
• Participate in training and mentoring of junior pastry staff as needed.
• Attend briefings, meetings, and training sessions to stay informed about menu offerings, updated protocols, and industry best practices.
• Report any health & safety issues or faulty equipment promptly for resolution.

Skills

Pastry techniques

Bread baking

Chocolate work

Plated dessert presentation

Organizational skills

Calm under pressure

Time management

Teamwork

Appearance/presentation

Stamina

Attention to detail

Education

Formal pastry education

Job description

JKS Restaurants Ltd. in New York is seeking a Pastry Cook to join the culinary team. Produce high-quality plated desserts, pastries, and breads in a fine dining environment, maintaining precision and consistency with our standards.

Ideal candidates have at least 2 years in upscale kitchens, formal pastry education or Michelin experience preferred, and the ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays while upholding sanitary and service excellence.