Pastry Production Assistant for Gourmet Desserts

Birnam Wood Golf Club; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Birnam Wood Golf Club in Santa Barbara, CA is seeking an Assistant to the Pastry Chef to support daily pastry production, desserts, and bakery items with advanced baking techniques and a commitment to the highest culinary standards.

You will prep, plate, and assist in menu development, maintain sanitation, manage mise en place, and ensure FIFO storage while working in a high-volume, luxury kitchen environment.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of professional pastry experience in high-volume settings.
• Degree or certificate in Culinary Arts or Pastry Arts preferred.
• Knowledge of baker's percentages and recipe scaling.
• Experience with commercial kitchen equipment.
• Food safety certification required.
• Open availability during peak season.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality baked goods following recipes and portion sizes.
• Execute advanced pastry techniques and decorate desserts.
• Plate and garnish desserts to presentation standards.
• Assist in menu development and test new recipes.
• Set up stations and ensure mise en place before service.
• Monitor inventory, assist with ordering, minimize waste.
• Maintain sanitation and FIFO storage.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Stamina & Strength

Pace & Pressure

Open Availability

Education

Culinary Arts or Pastry Arts degree/certificate

Tools

Deck Ovens

Proofer Boxes

Blowtorches

Ice Cream Machines

Dough Sheeters

Job description

Birnam Wood Golf Club in Santa Barbara, CA is seeking an Assistant to the Pastry Chef to support daily pastry production, desserts, and bakery items with advanced baking techniques and a commitment to the highest culinary standards.

You will prep, plate, and assist in menu development, maintain sanitation, manage mise en place, and ensure FIFO storage while working in a high-volume, luxury kitchen environment.