PASTRY PREP

Groot Hospitality; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Komodo Las Vegas, a premier Groot Hospitality venue, is seeking a Pastry Prep Cook to join our dynamic pastry team. You will help lay the foundation for desserts by preparing ingredients, following basic recipes, and keeping the pastry station organized.

Weekend and holiday availability is required due to the nature of our business. The role supports the pastry team and Executive Pastry Chef in delivering world-class desserts and maintaining high standards across the kitchen.

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen or pastry prep experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow recipes.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Flexibility to work weekends, nights, and holidays.
• High school diploma is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Set up and sanitize the pastry workstation before and after shifts.
• Follow prep lists and recipes provided by the Executive Pastry Chef.
• Scale and measure ingredients accurately for pastry production.
• Prepare pastry components including doughs, batters, fillings, glazes, and creams.
• Assist in assembling and plating desserts according to restaurant standards.
• Ensure all pastry ingredients and items are properly labeled, stored, and rotated.
• Support pastry team with finishing work on cakes, tarts, and plated desserts.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of pastry tools, equipment, and storage areas.
• Assist with receiving pastry-related deliveries and checking quality of ingredients.
• Follow all health, safety, and sanitation guidelines.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Efficient in fast-paced environment

Weekend availability

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Pastry Prep Cook

Pastry Prep Cook Komodo Las Vegas, a premier Groot Hospitality venue, is seeking a Pastry Prep Cook to join our dynamic pastry team. Pastry prep cooks are essential to the smooth operation of the kitchen, laying the foundation for exceptional desserts by handling crucial day-to-day prep tasks.

This role supports the Executive Pastry Chef and team by preparing ingredients, executing basic recipes, and maintaining a clean and organized pastry station. Candidates must be detail-oriented, efficient, and passionate about pastry arts.

Weekend and holiday availability is required due to the nature of our business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Set up and sanitize the pastry workstation before and after shifts
• Follow prep lists and recipes provided by the Executive Pastry Chef
• Scale and measure ingredients accurately for pastry production
• Prepare pastry components including doughs, batters, fillings, glazes, and creams
• Assist in assembling and plating desserts according to restaurant standards
• Ensure all pastry ingredients and items are properly labeled, stored, and rotated
• Support pastry team with finishing work on cakes, tarts, and plated desserts
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of pastry tools, equipment, and storage areas
• Assist with receiving pastry-related deliveries and checking quality of ingredients
• Follow all health, safety, and sanitation guidelines

Requirements:

• Previous kitchen or pastry prep experience preferred
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow recipes
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Flexibility to work weekends, nights, and holidays

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position.

All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the skills or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis.

Join a team committed to delivering world-class dining experiences.

Requirements

The requirements for this position include but are not limited to:Knowledge and Skills:

• Ability to follow instructions and help with various tasks, as needed
• Time management skills
• Attention to detail and sanitation rules
• Availability to work in shifts, during weekends and evenings
• A high school diploma is a plus