Pastry Cook

Pastry Cook Mono Inn | Mono Lake, California Mono Inn is seeking a Pastry Cook to join our kitchen team and contribute to a refined tasting menu experience at our destination restaurant overlooking Mono Lake in California's Eastern Sierra. Led by Chef Jason Custer, Mono Inn offers a seasonal tasting menu rooted in thoughtful sourcing, technique, and a deep connection to the landscapes of the American West. Our approach to cuisine balances precision with restraint, creating dishes that feel both refined and grounded in place. This role offers the opportunity to grow into a leadership position within the pastry program as the restaurant continues to evolve. Housing may be available for qualified candidates. The Role The Pastry Cook supports the development and execution of the dessert course and pastry elements across the tasting menu, with a focus on seasonality, precision, and consistency. Working closely with Chef Jason Custer and the kitchen team, this role contributes to a pastry program that reflects the same philosophy as the savory menu ingredient-driven, restrained, and deeply connected to place. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and eager to learn, with the ability to execute consistently while contributing thoughtful ideas over time. Responsibilities Prepare and execute pastry mise en place with precision and organization Support the execution of seasonal dessert courses for the tasting menu Work with seasonal ingredients and evolving product availability Assist in developing and refining pastry components over time Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient pastry station Execute desserts with consistency, accuracy, and attention to detail Support special events, private dinners, and menu adaptations Collaborate with the kitchen team to maintain a cohesive and efficient service Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and refinement Ideal Candidate 1 to 3 years experience in pastry or fine dining kitchen environments preferred Strong foundational technique and attention to detail Interest in seasonal, ingredient-driven cooking Ability to work cleanly, efficiently, and calmly under pressure Strong organizational and time management skills A collaborative mindset and respect for team-oriented kitchen culture A genuine interest in learning and growing within a pastry program We are especially interested in candidates who approach their craft with curiosity, discipline, and a desire to continuously improve. What We Offer Competitive hourly wage plus tips (Starting $20 hr) Staff meals during service Hands-on mentorship and training within a tasting menu kitchen Opportunities for creative contribution over time Clear growth path within the pastry program 4-5 service work week Housing available for qualified candidates Work in one of California's most extraordinary landscapes Life in the Eastern Sierra Mono Inn sits at the gateway to the Eastern Sierra wilderness, minutes from Yosemite National Park and the mountain town of Mammoth Lakes. Many of our team members are drawn to the area because they value both a serious hospitality career and a life connected to nature and adventure. Days off might include skiing Mammoth Mountain, hiking alpine lakes, climbing granite peaks, exploring the high desert, soaking in natural hot springs, or an out-of-area adventure.

To Apply Please submit:

Resume Three professional references (required prior to hiring) A short note describing your interest in pastry and why you would like to join our team More information or apply at: www.monoinn.com/join-our-team