Pastry Cook

Westminster Canterbury Richmond, established in 1975, is a premier continuing care retirement community dedicated to providing exceptional service and compassionate care to its residents. With a staff of around 650 professionals, Westminster Canterbury Richmond fosters a diverse, collaborative, and supportive work environment that emphasizes mission-driven values and accountability. This faith-based organization is committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of residents and their families by delivering the highest standards of care within a welcoming community setting. The overarching culture promotes personal growth, career advancement, and a lasting impact through teamwork and dedication.

The Pastry Cook role at Westminster Canterbury Richmond offers an exciting opportunity for culinary professionals seeking to balance their passion for baking with a fulfilling work-life balance. This full-time position involves preparing and producing a variety of baked goods such as cookies, pastries, cakes, pies, and muffins by following established menus and recipes, while also focusing on nutrition and health standards. Beyond just baking, the Pastry Cook ensures sanitation standards are met by maintaining a clean work area and properly sanitizing equipment. The position requires attentiveness to detail, adherence to health regulations, and participation in training or in-service sessions to uphold professional standards.

Westminster Canterbury Richmond supports its employees by providing comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and life insurance, as well as employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance. Employees benefit from a 403(b) retirement savings plan with company match, flexible spending accounts or health savings accounts, and generous paid time off. The community also offers wellness and spiritual programs designed to support holistic well-being in mental, physical, and spiritual dimensions. On-site amenities enhance the work experience with covered parking, a gym with fitness classes, banking services, an employee dining room with discounted meals, and a highly regarded Child Development Center offering early childhood education with significant employee discounts. Educational advancement is encouraged through tuition reimbursement and access to training opportunities.

The Pastry Cook at Westminster Canterbury Richmond works various shifts, including weekends, in a dynamic kitchen environment. They utilize a range of culinary equipment such as mixers and scales, and must be physically capable of handling tasks involving lifting, standing for extended periods, and working in varying temperature conditions. This role requires strong multitasking abilities and composure under pressure in a fast-paced setting. Candidates with prior professional cooking experience will find this position rewarding, as it encourages continuous learning and skill enhancement. Overall, this role is ideal for a motivated pastry professional eager to make a lasting impact within a respected and supportive community.