Pay Growth
?
out of 5
Not enough data
Not enough info to score pay or growth
Lead Pastry Cook
Job
restaurant foraged. at patowmack farm
Lovettsville, VA (In Person)
Full-Time
Review key factors to help you decide if the role fits your goals.
Job Security
?
out of 5
Not enough data
Calculating job security score...
Total Score
45
out of 100
Average of individual scores
Skill Insights
Compare your current skills to what this opportunity needs—we'll show you what you already have and what could strengthen your application.
Job Description
restaurant foraged. at patowmack farm is seeking a lead pastry cook to help develop and execute the pastry program for our hyper-seasonal tasting menu. foraged. is built around what is growing, preserved, foraged, and sourced locally in real time. Our menu changes constantly, and the pastry program should reflect that same connection to the land — thoughtful, seasonal, creative, and rooted in strong technique. The lead pastry cook will work closely with the chef and kitchen team to create desserts, breads, mignardises, preserved elements, and other pastry components that support the overall menu and guest experience. responsibilities Lead daily pastry production and execution for service Develop and test seasonal desserts for the tasting menu Prepare breads, cakes, creams, custards, ice creams, sorbets, mignardises, and other pastry components Work with seasonal, farm-grown, foraged, and preserved ingredients Maintain consistency, organization, and cleanliness in the pastry station Manage prep lists, production schedules, and station setup Assist with preservation projects such as jams, syrups, vinegars, candied items, frozen components, and fermented elements Communicate clearly with the chef and savory team on menu changes and service needs Help train and support other cooks on pastry-related prep and plating Monitor inventory, ordering needs, waste, and proper storage Maintain high standards for flavor, technique, presentation, and timing during service ideal candidate Has previous pastry experience in a restaurant, bakery, hotel, or fine dining environment Is comfortable working with a changing, seasonal menu Has strong fundamentals in baking and plated desserts Is organized, clean, consistent, and detail-oriented Can take ownership of a station and manage production independently Is interested in local farms, foraging, preservation, and hyper-seasonal cooking Works well with a small team and communicates clearly Stays calm and focused during service Is creative, but understands that every dish needs to support the overall menu schedule This is a full-time position. Evening and weekend availability is required, with additional time needed for prep, menu testing, preservation work, and private events. compensation Compensation is based on experience and will be discussed during the interview process. about us restaurant foraged. at patowmack farm is located in Lovettsville, Virginia, overlooking the Potomac River. What began as a 26-seat restaurant in Baltimore in 2017 has grown into a deeper connection to the land — a restaurant where we grow, forage, preserve, and source with intention. We are looking for someone who wants to help shape a pastry program that reflects the seasons, the farm, and the overall vision of foraged.