Pastry Prep Cook — Growth, Benefits & Fast-Paced Kitchen

Wearefoundingfarmers; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision plans

Paid time off

Parental leave

Short-term disability

Accident insurance

Massage therapy

Gym membership discount

Mental health therapy

Career growth

EAP

Job summary

Farmers Restaurant Group is seeking a Pastry Prep Cook to support our from-scratch pastry and bakery operations in a fast-paced kitchen. You will portion ingredients, follow recipes, and maintain cleanliness and safety standards to ensure top-quality baked goods.

The role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and the ability to work eight-hour shifts in a lively restaurant environment while contributing to ongoing growth and professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience in a high-volume, fast-paced kitchen or bakery preferred.
• Passion for hospitality and food.
• Bread and pastry preparation experience helpful.
• Able to read and follow a recipe to standards.
• Able to work on your feet for eight hours or more in a loud kitchen.
• Capable of lifting up to 50 pounds and handling fluctuating temperatures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items, following standard recipes within a specified time.
• Read prep list and prep items as assigned.
• Measure and assemble ingredients to follow recipes.
• Clean, organize, stock and maintain work areas and storage.
• Rinse and cut raw food products.
• Move food in and out of ovens and cook over an open flame.
• Taste, smell and view food to ensure quality standards.

Skills

High-volume kitchen

Hospitality passion

Bread pastry experience

Job description

Farmers Restaurant Group is seeking a Pastry Prep Cook to support our from-scratch pastry and bakery operations in a fast-paced kitchen. You will portion ingredients, follow recipes, and maintain cleanliness and safety standards to ensure top-quality baked goods.

The role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and the ability to work eight-hour shifts in a lively restaurant environment while contributing to ongoing growth and professional development.