Pastry Line Cook/Pastry Server - Alexandria

Founding Farmers Restaurant Group; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate Pastry Line Cooks and Servers to join their vibrant team. This role is essential in delivering exceptional hospitality and preparing delightful desserts that enhance the dining experience. With flexible scheduling and opportunities for career growth, you will thrive in a fast-paced environment that values teamwork and professionalism. Enjoy a range of benefits, including health insurance, paid time off, and access to wellness programs. If you have a passion for food and hospitality, this is the perfect opportunity to grow your career in a supportive and dynamic setting.

Benefits

Flexible scheduling

Health insurance plans

Dental and vision plans

Paid time off

Paid pregnancy and parental leave

Discounted shift meal

Free access to company massage therapist

Discounted gym membership

Free online mental health therapy

Training and career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in a high-volume, fast-paced kitchen or bakery preferred.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and plate desserts following standard recipes.
• Interact with guests, providing exceptional hospitality.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of work area.

Skills

Pastry preparation

Customer service

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Experience in a high-volume kitchen

Ability to follow recipes

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Position Details

PASTRY LINE COOK + PASTRY SERVER - EARN UP TO $680-$720 PER WEEK

Our Pastry Line Cooks + Pastry Servers are often the first people to greet our guests. They are an integral part of our restaurant and bakery service team providing exceptional hospitality, preparing and plating desserts, and serving our delicious scratch-made food and drinks.

Benefits + Perks

• Flexible scheduling
• Health insurance plans available for as low as $100 per month after 90 days of employment
• Dental and vision plans
• Paid time off
• Paid pregnancy and parental leave
• Discounted shift meal and generous dining discount
• Free access to company massage therapist
• Discounted gym membership
• Free online mental health therapy through TalkSpace for employees and immediate family
• Training and career growth opportunities
• Free Employee Assistance Program

Responsibilities

• Complete prep list, as assigned
• Proof, bake, and decorate pastry items following standard recipes and procedures within a specified time
• Plate in-house dessert orders
• Fulfill online and to-go orders
• Take and fulfill counter orders from guests
• Collect payments from guests
• Prepare and serve specialty coffee and tea beverages
• Interact with guests and co-workers, providing exceptional hospitality
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of work area and reach-in refrigerators
• Ensure adherence to food quality standards

Qualifications

• Experience in a high-volume, fast-paced kitchen or bakery preferred
• Pastry preparation experience helpful
• Passion for hospitality and food
• Teamwork and professionalism
• Ability to speak, read, write, and understand workplace language(s)
• Ability to read and follow recipes
• Punctuality and regular attendance
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds
• Physical ability to perform bending, reaching, twisting, and use of hands and arms
• Awareness of allergens such as nuts, seeds, soy, shellfish, and dairy

About Us

Farmers Restaurant Group was voted as one of the Best Places to Work in the Greater Washington, D.C. area. Our restaurants are among the most booked on OpenTable. As a team member, you'll work in a lively, fast-paced environment within a growing, farmer-owned restaurant company committed to great food, thoughtful sourcing, environmental preservation, and employee development. We offer career challenges, growth opportunities, and prioritize your health and well-being.