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PASTRY CHEF (FULL TIME)

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Exact $30.15
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

weekly pay
shift meal
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance

Job Description

Eurest, a division of Compass Group, is a global leader in the foodservice industry known for its commitment to quality, innovation, and sustainability. With a reputation for excellence, Eurest serves some of the world’s most prestigious corporations, including many Fortune 500 companies. The company embraces an ownership mindset and focuses on leveraging global resources while maintaining a strong local presence to enrich the communities it serves. Eurest's promise, to connect with people, inspire through food, create solutions, and live up to its core values, is deeply embedded in the work culture and customer experience.

Located at Delta One LAX Terminal 2 in Los Angeles, CA, Eurest is currently hiring full-time Pastry Chefs to join their dynamic culinary team. This role offers a fixed pay rate of $30.15 per hour, with a schedule that requires open availability and weekend work. The position includes perks such as weekly pay and a shift meal, reflecting the company’s commitment to making the workplace rewarding and supportive. Online applications are accepted only, making the process streamlined and accessible.

The Pastry Chef position is vital within the team, as it involves the creation, planning, and supervision of the daily production of top-quality pastries, desserts, and baked goods. Candidates will be responsible for ensuring that all recipes and standards are strictly followed while maintaining control over food costs and portion sizes. This role also calls for leadership skills as it includes supervising hourly kitchen and pastry staff, participating in their training, scheduling, and performance reviews. A key responsibility is to uphold the highest standards of food safety, sanitation, and kitchen maintenance in compliance with federal, state, and corporate regulations.

Additional duties include helping to plan and implement seasonal menus that keep offerings fresh and exciting, as well as managing the ordering and inventory of pastry supplies to ensure both quality and cost-effectiveness. This role demands a focused and experienced pastry professional capable of balancing creativity with operational efficiency.

Eurest offers an attractive benefits package for its full-time associates, including medical, dental, vision coverage, life and disability insurance, commuter benefits, employee assistance programs, flexible spending accounts, and more. The company fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment, welcoming candidates from all backgrounds and encouraging applications from individuals with various experiences and abilities. Eurest is dedicated to fair hiring practices and supports candidates through every step of the application process.

Applicants interested in the Pastry Chef role at Eurest will find a career that offers not just competitive pay and benefits but also growth opportunities within a global industry leader dedicated to employee well-being and professional development.

Job Requirements

  • Experience with pastry making required
  • Availability to work full time with weekends
  • Ability to supervise and lead a team
  • Knowledge of food safety regulations
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Ability to follow recipes and control food costs

Job Qualifications

  • Experience with pastry making
  • Knowledge of food handling and safety standards
  • Leadership and supervisory skills
  • Ability to plan menus
  • Inventory management skills
  • Strong communication skills

Job Duties

  • Create, plan and supervise daily production of pastries, desserts and baked goods
  • Ensure recipes and standards are followed
  • Control food costs and portion sizes
  • Maintain food safety, sanitation and kitchen maintenance
  • Supervise, train, schedule and counsel kitchen and pastry staff
  • Plan and implement seasonal menus
  • Order and maintain inventory of pastry supplies

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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