Pastry Cook

Maggiano's Little Italy is a renowned full-service restaurant specializing in Italian-American cuisine with a focus on authentic family recipes and scratch kitchen culinary practices. Known for its warm, welcoming atmosphere and commitment to quality, the restaurant has become a cherished dining destination for families and individuals who appreciate traditional, handcrafted dishes prepared with care and passion.

The restaurant prides itself on leveraging authentic methods and home-style recipes to provide an exceptional dining experience. Beyond just dining, Maggiano's is committed to fostering a supportive work environment that values employee growth, benefits, and inclusivity. Opportunities are available for both full-time and part-time employees, offering competitive pay, overtime eligibility for schedules over 40 hours per week, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, and life insurance. Additional perks include paid sick leave where applicable, free education assistance, and various discounts, making it an attractive workplace for culinary professionals and hospitality team members.

The Pastry Cook position at Maggiano's Little Italy is an essential role responsible for crafting all baked goods, pastries, and desserts served across the restaurant. This role demands precision, creativity, and adherence to established culinary standards to maintain the excellent food quality and presentation that guests expect. As a Pastry Cook, you will have the opportunity to work closely with the executive chef and kitchen team to produce high-quality pastry items from scratch, following authentic family recipes and contributing to menu development.

This position requires oversight of daily inventory checks, communication with management concerning inventory needs and equipment, and an active role in maintaining recipe books and dessert menus. The Pastry Cook will not only prepare pastry items according to the prescribed recipes but also ensure proper food storage and cleanliness in the work area. The opportunity to work collaboratively within a team and support catering functions and special events further diversifies the role.

Ideal candidates should have at least one year of pastry chef experience in a full-service restaurant or equivalent, possess the ability to handle physical demands such as transporting containers weighing up to 30 pounds and working on variable schedules, and demonstrate a commitment to maintaining high standards of personal appearance and food safety. At Maggiano's, this role is perfect for culinary professionals who thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, appreciate time-honored recipes, and are eager to contribute to a beloved food establishment that values its team members and fosters their professional growth.