Pastry & Prep Cook

JRK Property Holdings, Inc.; Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

401(k) with auto-enrollment

Paid time off

Job summary

Hotel Oceana Santa Monica is seeking a Pastry & Prep Cook to craft high-quality pastries and support daily kitchen production in a fast-paced luxury setting. You will follow established recipes and maintain cleanliness while contributing to presentation, safety, and inventory management.

The role emphasizes precision, teamwork, and a commitment to exceptional guest experiences in a refined hotel environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of pastry, baking, or prep cook experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and consistency.
• Ability to follow recipes and execute tasks with precision.
• Strong organizational and time management skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Team-oriented mindset with effective communication skills.
• Reliable, punctual, and professional demeanor.
• Valid California Food Handler Card (required).
• Hotel or fine dining experience (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Prepare a variety of pastries, baked goods, and desserts following established recipes and standards
• Measure, mix, and prepare ingredients with precision to ensure consistency and minimize waste
• Assist with preparation of additional kitchen items, including dressings, sandwiches, and plated components
• Maintain clean, organized, and fully stocked workstations throughout service
• Ensure all products meet quality, taste, and presentation standards
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and storage procedures
• Assist with inventory management, ingredient rotation (FIFO), and reporting shortages
• Support kitchen operations by collaborating with team members and leadership
• Contribute ideas for menu enhancements, seasonal offerings, and specials

Skills

Pastry experience

Attention to detail

Follow recipes

Time management

Team player

Food Handler Card

Fine dining experience

Job description

Bring your passion for pastry to the coast! Step into a rewarding culinary role at Hotel Oceana Santa Monica, ranked the #1 hotel in Los Angeles by Travel + Leisure. Following a $35 million transformation, our intimate, all-suite oceanfront hotel continues to set the standard for refined luxury and personalized service. We’re seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Pastry & Prep Cook who takes pride in crafting high-quality baked goods and supporting kitchen operations. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and value precision, creativity, and teamwork, we’ll love to meet you.

About The Role

As a Pastry & Prep Cook, you play a key role in delivering exceptional culinary experiences by preparing high-quality pastries and supporting daily kitchen production. You help ensure consistency, efficiency, and adherence to our high standards for quality, food safety, and presentation.

What You'll Do

• Prepare a variety of pastries, baked goods, and desserts following established recipes and standards
• Measure, mix, and prepare ingredients with precision to ensure consistency and minimize waste
• Assist with preparation of additional kitchen items, including dressings, sandwiches, and plated components
• Maintain clean, organized, and fully stocked workstations throughout service
• Ensure all products meet quality, taste, and presentation standards
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and storage procedures
• Assist with inventory management, ingredient rotation (FIFO), and reporting shortages
• Support kitchen operations by collaborating with team members and leadership
• Contribute ideas for menu enhancements, seasonal offerings, and specials

What You Bring

• Minimum 1 year of pastry, baking, or prep cook experience preferred
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and consistency
• Ability to follow recipes and execute tasks with precision
• Strong organizational and time management skills in a fast-paced environment
• Team-oriented mindset with effective communication skills
• Reliable, punctual, and professional demeanor
• Valid California Food Handler Card (required)
• Hotel or fine dining experience (preferred)

Schedule & Expectations

• Full-time schedule based on business needs, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Maintain a professional appearance in accordance with hotel grooming standards

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Basic life insurance
• 401(k) with auto-enrollment after 60 days
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave and holidays*

Why Oceana

At Hotel Oceana Santa Monica, you'll find a boutique environment with hands-on leadership, personalized service, and opportunities for professional growth through mentorship and a commitment to excellence. If you take pride in delivering thoughtfully executed luxury hospitality, we invite you to apply.