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Pastry cook
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What they do
A Baker assembles ingredients and bakes breads, pastries, or a variety of other baked goods. May specialize in baking a particular product, such as bread or cakes, or specialize in a particular style of baking. Works in an independent bakery, restaurant, grocery store, or food manufacturing facility.
$34,216 / year median in Michigan
+5% projected growth
Job Description
Job Overview We are seeking a passionate and skilled Pastry Cook to join our dynamic culinary team. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing a wide variety of baked goods, desserts, and pastries that delight our guests and uphold our high standards of quality. Your creativity and technical expertise will contribute to crafting visually stunning and delicious treats, ensuring an exceptional experience for every customer. This position offers an exciting opportunity to showcase your culinary talent in a fast-paced, high-volume environment where attention to detail and food safety are paramount. Responsibilities Prepare and bake a diverse range of pastries, baked goods, cakes, and desserts following established recipes and presentation standards Decorate cakes and pastries with precision using various cake decorating techniques to create appealing visual designs Operate kitchen equipment such as mixers, ovens, dough sheeters, and pastry tools efficiently and safely Maintain a clean and organized workspace in compliance with food safety regulations and sanitation standards Package baked goods for retail sale or catering orders while ensuring product integrity and presentation quality Assist in food production processes, including dough preparation, portioning, and ingredient measurement using basic math skills Support high-volume production needs during busy periods while adhering strictly to recipe specifications and quality standards Requirements Proven pastry experience with a strong understanding of baking techniques, dough preparation, and cake decorating Knowledge of food handling procedures, food safety management, and sanitation practices within the food industry Ability to operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently in a fast-paced environment Excellent knife skills for precise cutting, shaping, and decorating tasks Experience with food production processes including baking, food preparation, and packaging Strong organizational skills with the ability to maintain a clean workspace consistently Basic math skills for ingredient measurement and recipe adherence Customer service orientation with the ability to work collaboratively within a team environment Catering experience or experience working in high-volume bakery settings is preferred but not required Join us as a Pastry Cook to bring your culinary artistry to life while delivering memorable baked creations that excite our guests. We value energetic professionals who are eager to grow their skills in a vibrant kitchen setting dedicated to excellence in every detail.