Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $18.50 - $21.50
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Work Schedule

Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
35% dining discount
flexible schedule
Tuition Reimbursement
Opportunity for growth

Job Description

Culinary Dropout is a lively and innovative restaurant brand that is part of Fox Restaurant Concepts, a leading hospitality group known for its dynamic and growing portfolio of food and beverage establishments. Since its founding in 1998, Fox Restaurant Concepts has focused on delivering unique dining experiences that combine exceptional cuisine, creative cocktails, and genuine hospitality. Culinary Dropout embodies this spirit, offering guests a vibrant atmosphere where show-stopping food and an exciting, energetic environment come together. Located in Orange, California, Culinary Dropout is a well-regarded destination for food enthusiasts who appreciate quality and a fun dining experience.

The role available is for a Pastry Cook, a pivotal position within the Culinary Dropout kitchen team. This role is not just about baking but mastering the art of pastry making from scratch in a fast-paced, high-volume restaurant setting. As a Pastry Cook, you will be responsible for preparing a variety of breads and pastries using precise recipes and techniques. Attention to detail is crucial, as is maintaining the highest food safety and sanitation standards to ensure that every product served meets the brand’s quality expectations. This position offers a competitive hourly wage ranging from $18.50 to $21.50, making it an attractive opportunity for skilled culinary professionals who are looking to join a reputable brand with growth potential.

Working at Culinary Dropout means joining a team that values hard work, fun, and excellence. Employees enjoy benefits such as medical, dental, and vision insurance for those working 25 hours or more per week, along with a generous 35 percent dining discount across all Fox Restaurant Concepts establishments, including The Cheesecake Factory and North Italia. The schedule is flexible, accommodating a healthy work-life balance, and there are additional perks like tuition reimbursement and opportunities for career advancement within the expanding family of Fox Restaurant Concepts brands.

This Pastry Cook position demands someone with at least two years of experience in a high-volume restaurant environment, capable of performing efficiently under pressure. Candidates should possess strong communication skills, physical stamina to stand for extended periods, and the ability to lift up to 25 pounds. The role also requires availability to work weekends and some holidays, reflecting the restaurant’s operational needs. Joining Culinary Dropout means becoming part of a passionate team that thrives in a fast-paced, entertaining setting where every day offers new challenges and opportunities to create exceptional culinary experiences.

Job Requirements

  • high school diploma or equivalent
  • minimum 2 years of high-volume restaurant experience
  • availability to work weekends and some holidays
  • ability to stand for long periods
  • able to lift up to 25 pounds
  • proof of eligibility to work in the United States

Job Qualifications

  • high school diploma or equivalent
  • minimum 2 years of high-volume restaurant experience
  • excellent communication skills
  • ability to stand for long periods
  • able to lift up to 25 pounds
  • strong attention to detail
  • comfortable working in a fast-paced environment

Job Duties

  • prepare bread and pastry recipes from scratch
  • portion product and follow recipes
  • follow all food safety and sanitation standards
  • work clean
  • perform calmly and effectively in a high-volume environment
  • be available to work weekends and some holidays
  • fill in as needed to ensure smooth operation of the restaurant

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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