Pastry Cook

STARR Restaurants   and James Beard Award–winning Chef Mark Ladner are reimagining  Babbo   — a storied Italian institution that helped define New York’s dining landscape — with a bold new chapter debuting this Fall. Chef Ladner’s return to the very kitchen where his culinary journey began is nothing short of momentous. Building on his celebrated work at Lupa and Del Posto — where he earned two Michelin stars and a four-star  New York Times   review — his reimagined menu will honor Italy’s rich regional traditions through his unique and visionary lens. This is paired with a world-class wine program featuring benchmark producers and rare, cellar-worthy gems. This is a unique opportunity to join a team of industry-leading talent, committed to elevating a restaurant with a deeply-rooted legacy.  This position offers a comprehensive package including: An Hourly Rate of $17 - $23 Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits Coverage Paid Vacation Time & Sick Time Commuter Benefit Program Referral Bonus Programs Dining Discounts at over 25 Affiliated STARR Restaurants Opportunity for Career Advancement and Professional Growth Desired qualifications:   1+ years of pastry experience in reputable high-volume restaurants Passion for Italian cuisine, classic techniques, and impeccable execution Experience in dessert, ice cream, and pastry production Highly organized with strong attention to detail in plating Capable of handling multiple tasks while maintaining the highest quality standards The ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends Babbo is an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.   More detail about Babbo part of STARR Restaurants, please visit

Created: 2025-09-23