Pastry Cook

PASTRY COOK

Full time / Venice Beach The Butcher's Daughter is seeking a skilled and creative Pastry Cook to join our plant-forward culinary team. We are looking for individuals with experience in a professional pastry or baking environment , who are passionate about scratch-made desserts, laminated doughs, vegan or gluten-free pastry work, and maintaining the integrity of our seasonal, ingredient-driven menu. This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-growing, collaborative kitchen known for its creativity, pace, and supportive work culture. If you're excited to grow in a healthy, plant-forward workplace, please send us your resume or apply. This position is for you if you have: A strong teamwork mentality A positive, curious, and continually learning attitude Experience in pastry production, baking, or dessert plating (preferred) A current Food Handlers Card (optional) Work diligently and quickly without supervision Organized, clean, and detail-oriented work habits A passion for plant-based or health-conscious baking (a plus!) Essential Duties & Responsibilities Prepare high-quality pastry items according to standardized recipes, production schedules, and plating guidelines Produce baked goods, desserts, doughs, batters, fillings, and sauces with consistency and accuracy Ensure all pastry items are fresh, properly stored, and visually appealing Taste all prepared items to ensure quality and flavor standards Follow established recipes correctly Maintain accurate records and assist with production logs when needed Clean and sanitize pastry workspaces, equipment, and storage areas at all times Properly store or discard extra product following safe food-handling guidelines Maintain organized refrigeration, freezer, and dry storage areas Operate and maintain pastry equipment such as mixers, ovens, proofers, and smallwares Assist with ordering, receiving, and inventory as needed Report maintenance issues or equipment malfunctions to a supervisor immediately Attend kitchen meetings, trainings, and safety sessions Maintain positive working relationships across the BOH/FOH team Follow all safety and sanitation procedures to maintain a clean, safe kitchen Perform additional duties as assigned Benefits of Working with The Butcher's Daughter We offer competitive benefits for both full-time & part time employees including: Medical, Dental, Vision (Full-time only) Health & Wellness Programs Family & Staff Meal Discounts Discounts in The Butcher's Marketplace Equal Opportunity Employment The Butcher's Daughter is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination based on race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, veteran status, disability, history of disability, or perceived disability.