Pastry Cook

The Pastry Cook is responsible for preparing quality pastry items while working closely with the Pastry Supervisor. Also assist in production and maintenance of par levels of pastry and dessert with proper rotation of products and maintain highest cleanliness and hygiene standard in the pastry and bakery section.Duties & ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities include preparing quality pastry items such as breakfast items, desserts, cookies, cakes, breads, creams, simple syrups, amenities, and special request itemsMaintain complete knowledge of correct use of equipment; use equipment and tools only as intended, properly and safelyCheck production schedule and parEstablish priority items for the dayInform a Manager of any supplies that need to be requisitionedPrepare all menu items following recipes and yield guides, according to departmental standardsInform Management of any foreseeable shortages before items run outInform the pastry supervisor of any 86’d items throughout the dayMaintain proper storage procedures as specified by Health Department and Common BondrequirementsMinimize wasteMaintain a clean and sanitary work environmentAssist with receiving order and rotation of raw ingredients and back stock levelsKnowledge of production in pastry kitchenAdditional duties as assignedQualificationsMaintain uphold the standard of a professional restaurant image, including kitchen cleanliness, proper uniforms, and appearance standardsA Food Handler’s Certification as required by local and state health code regulationsMust always be able to work an 8-hour shift standing upAbility to lift up to 50 lbs.Reports to: Pastry Lead/ Chef de CuisineFLSA Status: Hourly Non-exemptIn every city, village, and town the “common bond” that everyone shares is the love of good food. It bridges together all ages, cultures, and beliefs. From this idea, Common Bond Bistro & Bakery was opened in May 2014 in the Montrose area of Houston, TX. We now have 11 locations across the city of Houston where the community gathers to dine and bond over good food, extraordinary pastries, and custom cakes.

Created: 2025-11-27