Cook - Pastry

Las Vegas, NV, USA|

Job Overview

Compensation

Hourly

Range $18.00 - $20.00

Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Retirement Plan

Training and Development

career advancement

Equal opportunity employer

Job Description

LEV Restaurant Group, established in 2002, is a distinguished leader in the restaurant industry known for creating and operating world-class food and beverage experiences. With its headquarters in Las Vegas, this dynamic company oversees more than 40 multi-state locations and employs over 800 team members. LEV Restaurant Group collaborates closely with chefs, service leaders, and brand ambassadors to create authentic, immersive dining and drinking environments. The company prides itself on its commitment to values such as dedication, passion, growth, creativity, and collaboration, fostering an inclusive workplace culture that supports entrepreneurial spirit and brand development across a diverse portfolio of culinary concepts.

The Pastry Cook role at LEV Restaurant Group is a critical component of the culinary team, specializing in planning, preparing, and setting up an array of quality products in all areas of the pastry department. This position demands expertise in producing pastries, desserts, breads, ice creams, sorbets, creams, simple syrups, amenities, displays, centerpieces, and special request items. The Pastry Cook is responsible for maintaining the highest quality standards and adhering to detailed departmental specifications to enhance guest experiences across all outlets, banquets, and events. This role is well-suited for individuals who thrive in fast-paced environments and demonstrate creativity in their culinary artistry while maintaining rigorous sanitation and safety standards.

In this role, the Pastry Cook will execute a variety of essential duties, including managing recipe standards and food supply levels, preparing sweet items such as cakes, fruit compotes, chocolates, and breads for various dining venues, and ensuring all food preparation areas and equipment meet health department standards. The role involves a collaborative spirit, assisting with the plating of pastries and desserts, monitoring production schedules to meet timelines, and contributing to artistic food presentations. Prioritization, organization, and delegation are vital to success, along with a focus on maintaining correct food handling and storage practices, supporting portion control and waste reduction efforts. This position requires minimal supervision and a team-oriented mindset that aligns with LEV Restaurant Group's core values.

The ideal candidate will bring at least two years of experience as a Pastry Cook, have a high school diploma or GED equivalent, and culinary certification preferred. The physical demands include the ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 50 pounds (or more with assistance), and mobility within cold storage environments. LEV Restaurant Group is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing accommodations for candidates with disabilities. This position offers a unique opportunity to grow within a supportive and innovative company recognized for its excellence in the hospitality sector.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent
Minimum 2 years prior experience as a pastry cook required
Culinary certification preferred
Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time
Able to lift at least 50 pounds and if more must be with assistance
Must be able to work a variety of shifts including weekends and holidays
Ability to perform in a fast paced environment
Ability to move quickly turning from left to right or right to left
Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping
Ability to be mobile in walk-in refrigerator and freezer with temperatures ranging from 40 degrees F to -10 degrees F

Job Qualifications

Demonstrate adequate pastry skills and operation
Must be able to work a variety of shifts, including weekends and holidays
Must be able to perform in fast paced environment
Knowledge of supplies, equipment, and/or services ordering and inventory control
Ability to monitor and/or maintain quality control standards
Ability to prepare and bake a variety of pastries, rolls and/or other baked goods
Interpret and follow through on a variety of instructions furnished in written and oral form
Ability to receive, stock, and/or deliver goods
Knowledge of maintenance and care of culinary facilities, equipment, supplies, and materials
Knowledge of food preparation and presentation methods, techniques, and quality standards

Job Duties

Understand and maintain all standard pastry recipes
Ensure all food supplies necessary for service are in appropriate supply on a timely basis
Responsible for production of sweet items, pastries, cakes, fruit compotes, breads, chocolates, etc. for all outlets as well as banquets and amenities
Keep walk-in, prep area and equipment up to Health Department standards at all time
Assist in producing and plating pastries and desserts
Inspect orders to ensure high quality and presentation
Work well under pressure of meeting production schedules and timelines for pastry needs