Pastry Chef

Pearland, TX, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

retirement plans

Training and development programs

Career advancement opportunities

inclusive work environment

Job Description

Aramark is a global leader in food services, facilities management, and uniform services, dedicated to enriching the lives of those we serve. With a presence spanning many industries including education, healthcare, business, sports, and leisure, Aramark prides itself on delivering exceptional customer experiences through innovation, quality, and commitment to sustainability. The company values diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity, making it a dynamic and inclusive workplace that fosters career growth and development for all employees. Aramark is committed to maintaining a safe and respectful environment where employees can thrive and contribute meaningfully to their communities and workplace cultures.

As a Pastry Chef at Aramark, you will join an incredible Food Services Team, where your passion for baking transforms fresh ingredients into delightful creations. This role offers an excellent platform for culinary artisans eager to innovate with recipes and baking techniques while adhering to high standards of quality, production, and safety. You will be empowered to express your creativity while following well-established production guidelines to ensure consistent, delicious results. Aramark supports its employees through strict adherence to food safety protocols and workplace safety rules, demonstrating a genuine care for the well-being of its team members.

In the Pastry Chef position, you will have access to top-tier baking equipment such as ovens, stoves, and mixers, allowing you to craft a range of baked goods that satisfy and inspire. You will prepare ingredients with precision through weighing, blending, chopping, and mixing, ensuring each product meets Aramark's excellence standards. Your dedication to hygiene and sanitary practices will be crucial as you clean and disinfect your workspace and tools throughout your shift, maintaining a safe and clean environment.

This role requires strong interpersonal skills as you collaborate with coworkers, engage with guests, and support the broader kitchen and food services teams. Your positive attitude and exceptional customer service skills will contribute to a friendly, cooperative atmosphere. Aramark offers career development opportunities such as internships, student programs, training, and leadership advancement workshops designed to help you excel. If you are passionate about baking and eager to cultivate your skills within a supportive and professional environment, this position offers an inspiring and rewarding career path.

Job Requirements

Food safety certification
Prior experience as a baker or similar role
Knowledge of baking procedures and sanitation regulations
Proficiency in basic math
Strong communication skills
Physical capability to lift, bend, push, pull, and stand for long periods
Willingness to wear uniforms and PPE

Job Qualifications

Prior experience as a baker or in a similar role
Established knowledge of baking procedures, criteria, and compliance with sanitation regulations
Mandatory food safety certification
Proficiency in basic math operations and numerical counting
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to convey messages effectively in both written and spoken communication
Capability to manage physical responsibilities such as lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, and standing for prolonged periods
Willingness to wear required uniforms and personal protective equipment (PPE)

Job Duties

Create baked goods according to production guidelines and standardized recipes
Arrange your work area with all the essential ingredients and tools needed for baking
Complete the necessary steps of quantifying, weighing, blending, chopping, and more to prepare the ingredients
Handle baking instruments such as ovens, stoves, and mixers
Take precautions to use utensils, like knives, safely and effectively during meal preparation
Observe food safety protocols for the correct storage of goods
Clean and disinfect workspaces, tools, and utensils once they have been used to promote a hygienic workplace
Uphold a positive attitude and deliver exceptional customer service when engaging with guests, customers, clients, coworkers, and other individuals
Implement Aramark safety procedures, which require strict adherence to guidelines for food safety and sanitation
Guarantee the safety of corporate resources by adhering to established security protocols