Pastry Line Cook

Hawksmoor - US; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Hawksmoor Restaurants in Boston is seeking experienced Pastry Line Cooks to join us as we open our third US restaurant. You will play a key role on a fast-paced pastry station, producing consistently exceptional desserts and baked goods while upholding Hawksmoor’s high standards.

You will work closely with the culinary team to plan, finish, and plate desserts for large groups and private dining, maintaining precise mise en place and ingredient knowledge.

Qualifications

• No formal education requirements stated in the ad.

Responsibilities

• Run the pastrystation and understand kitchen sections.
• Demonstrate pastry and baking skills with precise measuring, mixing, baking, decorating and finishing.
• Understand and follow Hawksmoor recipes with precision.
• Plate desserts accurately and consistently to Hawksmoor standards.
• Maintain knowledge of pastry ingredients and seasonal menu changes.
• Execute pastry production and service for large groups and private dining rooms.

Skills

Pastry skills

Baking techniques

Dessert plating

Recipe adherence

Job description

Boston is one of the most beautiful and important cities in the country – rich in history, energy, and culinary excellence. We've had our eye on it for a while. So, after twenty years of building Hawksmoor in the UK, Ireland, Chicago, and New York, we've finally set our sights on opening here in fall, 2026.

In Fort Point, we've found a home that reminds us of where Hawksmoor began two decades ago – the character, community and creativity.

At 15 Necco Street (Platinum LEED-certified – a natural fit for our commitment to sustainability and our B-Corp values), we'll have space for 200+ guests, private dining and event spaces, a bar program recognized by the James Beard Foundation and Tales of the Cocktail, sweeping views across Fort Point Channel, and an outdoor terrace made for long lunches and celebratory dinners.

Work somewhere awesome:

Careers with Hawksmoor Restaurants are among the best- generous pay and benefits, award winning restaurants, unrivalled career opportunities and some of the happiest people in the business (as voted by the people who work here). Recognized as one of the top 100 companies to work for in the UK for fourteen years in a row and we endeavor to do the same in the US.

We're looking for experienced Pastry Line Cooks to join our team and help us open our third US restaurant.

As a Hawksmoor Pastry Line Cook, youplay a key role in the smooth and successful operation of the restaurantby producing consistently exceptionaldesserts and baked goods. Youare responsible formaintainingHawksmoor’sfood quality and standards while working closelywith the widerculinaryteamto deliver exceptional dishes and service.Precision, organization, and attention to detail are essential as you prepare, finish, and plate desserts to Hawksmoor standards. Hawksmoor is proud to be an inclusive workplace that welcomes everyone and lives by its values.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

GuestExperience

• Competently runthe pastrystation, with a basic understanding of allkitchensections.
• Demonstratestrong pastry and baking skills, includingaccuratemeasuring, mixing, baking, decorating and finishing techniques.
• Understand what isrequiredto meet Hawksmoor standards and consistently follow recipeswith precision.
• Plate dishes accurately and consistently to Hawksmoor standards.
• Maintain a strongknowledge ofpastry ingredients,seasonal menu changes, and product quality.
• Demonstrate a basic understanding of ingredientfunctionality, including chocolate, dairy, flour, sugars, and baking methods.
• Executepastry production and service for larger groups, including Private Dining Rooms (PDR) and large parties.
• Show genuine care for delivering an excellent guest experience
• Consistently deliver the highestquality dessertsfromthe pastrystation.

TeamEngagement & Culture

• EmbodyHawksmoorvalues with apositive, proactive, and professionalattitude.
• Seek out, welcome, and act on feedback from peers and managers.
• Supportotherteammembersduring service and contribute to a collaborative team environment.
• Show genuine care forboththe team and theoverallguestexperience.
• Supportkitchen managers in promoting team welfare, including preparinghigh qualityfamily meals.

Health & Safety

• Adhere toall allergyawareness, cleanliness, and food safety procedures.
• Completeall requiredtraining andconsistentlyuphold hygiene standards.
• Followopening and closing checklists accurately and consistently.
• Take responsibility for the clean, efficient running of your station.
• Maintainaccuratelabeling, storage, and shelf life of all pastry products.
• Properly use, clean, andmaintainpastry equipment and tools according to company standards.

Operational Standards

• Manage timeeffectivelyto supportpastry production, service, anddailyoperational needs.
• Prepare and maintain miseenplace to ensure the pastry station is fully stocked andservice ready.
• Maintaingood productrotation and understand par levels for service requirements.
• Recognize howerrorsaffect both guest experience andthe wider business.
• Understandandfollow stock rotationand storage procedures.
• Actively work to reduce waste and improve efficiencyinthepastryproduction.
• Comply withlateness and absence policies.

Purpose & DEIB

• Use inclusive, respectful language and treat everyone with empathyand fairness.
• Beknowledgeable about Hawksmoor’scharity partners and sustainability goals.
• Actively follow waste reduction and recycling initiatives.
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of ingredient sourcing, particularly pastry ingredients such as chocolate, dairy, flour, and seasonal produce.
• Understandthe significance of Hawksmoor being aB Corporation.

Physical and Mental Demands

• Mobility: Must be able to move continuously around the dining room, kitchen, and bar areas during the shift.
• Lifting & Carrying: Occasionally lifts and carries trays, plates, and items weighing up to ~ 25 to 30 lbs.
• Communication: Ability toclearly and effectively communicate with guests, kitchen staff, and management.
• Cognitive: Ability toprioritizetasks, follow detailed recipes,maintainaccuracy, and workefficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Work Environment: While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly exposed to moderate to loud noise levels consistent with a high-volume restaurant. The pace is fast and requires multi-tasking under pressure.