Pastry Cook

Located in the Wedgewood-Houston neighborhood, Aba is a distinguished Mediterranean restaurant influenced by California culinary traditions. Drawing inspiration from the word Aba, meaning father in Hebrew, the restaurant brings a heartfelt and authentic dining experience to its patrons. With locations in Austin, TX, Chicago, IL, and Nashville, TN, Aba features the innovative cuisine of Top Chef alum and Chef Partner CJ Jacobson, who takes a modern approach to Mediterranean cooking. The menu offers an array of crafted dishes that highlight fresh, seasonal ingredients, while the beverage program emphasizes unique spirits and rare wines sourced from lesser-known Mediterranean regions, enhancing the overall culinary experience. Aba is part of the Lettuce Entertain You enterprise, a reputable hospitality group known for its commitment to excellence in food, service, and employee care. Lettuce Entertain You operates over 100 nationally recognized restaurants celebrated for their high standards and as excellent workplaces. The company prioritizes hiring individuals who demonstrate creativity, passion, and a strong work ethic, rewarding them with competitive benefits, ongoing training, professional development, and opportunities for advancement.

We are currently seeking talented and motivated Pastry Cooks to join our dynamic culinary teams at Aba. The Pastry Cook role is an essential position responsible for assisting in the preparation, production, and presentation of high-quality baked goods, pastries, and desserts. This role requires a detail-oriented and skilled individual who can follow precise recipes and accommodate special requests to meet and exceed guest expectations. Ideal candidates will thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment while maintaining a calm and organized demeanor. The successful Pastry Cook will work closely with the culinary team to ensure that all pastry items meet our exceptional culinary standards and presentation guidelines. This is an opportunity to contribute creatively to the dessert lineup while upholding rigorous food safety, sanitation, and quality control standards.

Working with Aba means joining a caring and creative company culture that values mental wellness and employee support. As part of the Lettuce Entertain You team, Pastry Cooks benefit from a comprehensive package including medical, dental, vision insurance, life and accident protection, and participation in a 401(k) plan. Employees also enjoy restaurant discounts, paid vacation eligibility, and support programs focused on mental health and overall wellness. The role demands flexibility to work varied hours, including weekends and different shifts, ensuring full coverage of pastry production needs. Physical requirements include the ability to stand and walk for entire shifts, safely move through all restaurant areas, and lift and carry ingredients and equipment up to 50 pounds.

This Pastry Cook position is perfect for culinary professionals with a passion for pastry arts who are eager to grow within a progressive and well-established company. The role is also ideal for those seeking to sharpen their technical skills in baking and dessert preparation while embracing a team-oriented, fast-paced restaurant environment. If you aspire to build a rewarding culinary career with a company dedicated to its people and delivering outstanding guest experiences, Aba invites you to apply and become a valued member of our team.