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. 

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  A strong teamwork mentality

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  A positive, curious, and continually learning attitude

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  Experience in pastry production, baking, or dessert plating (preferred)

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  A current Food Handlers Card (optional)

• Work diligently and quickly without supervision
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  Organized, clean, and detail-oriented work habits

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  A passion for plant-based or health-conscious baking (a plus)

Essential Duties & Responsibilities
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  Prepare high-quality pastry items according to standardized recipes, production schedules, and plating guidelines

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  Produce baked goods, desserts, doughs, batters, fillings, and sauces with consistency and accuracy

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  Ensure all pastry items are fresh, properly stored, and visually appealing

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  Taste all prepared items to ensure quality and flavor standards

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  Follow established recipes correctly 

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  Maintain accurate records and assist with production logs when needed

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  Clean and sanitize pastry workspaces, equipment, and storage areas at all times

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  Properly store or discard extra product following safe food-handling guidelines

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  Maintain organized refrigeration, freezer, and dry storage areas

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  Operate and maintain pastry equipment such as mixers, ovens, proofers, and smallwares

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  Assist with ordering, receiving, and inventory as needed

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  Report maintenance issues or equipment malfunctions to a supervisor immediately

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  Attend kitchen meetings, trainings, and safety sessions

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  Maintain positive working relationships across the BOH/FOH team

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  Follow all safety and sanitation procedures to maintain a clean, safe kitchen

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  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:

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  Medical, Dental, Vision (Full-time only)

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  Health & Wellness Programs

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  Family & Staff Meal Discounts

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  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.

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