Pastry Cook - Commissary

Job Overview

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Compensation

Hourly
Range $18.00 - $20.00
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Career advancement opportunities
employee meal discount
staff training

Job Description

Jon & Vinny's is a vibrant and fast-paced restaurant that prides itself on delivering exceptional food and top-notch hospitality to various Los Angeles communities. Known for its inviting atmosphere, high-quality dishes, and impressive wine and cocktail selections, Jon & Vinny's has established itself as a beloved neighborhood destination where guests celebrate everything from casual meals to special occasions throughout the week. Operated by the Joint Venture Restaurant Group, the establishment emphasizes a welcoming vibe, culinary excellence, and a collaborative team environment that creates joyful and memorable dining experiences for all patrons.

The Pastry Cook role at Jon & Vinny's is designed for individuals who thrive in dynamic and energetic settings, are passionate about food quality and presentation, and value the importance of teamwork and communication in a high-volume kitchen. This position involves a variety of responsibilities centered around preparing and managing pastry components, ensuring food safety standards, and maintaining cleanliness and organization within the kitchen. The ideal candidate will bring a level of dedication and professionalism that aligns with the restaurant's core values of hospitality, intention, respect, teamwork, and determination. This job is an excellent opportunity for culinary professionals eager to grow their skills and contribute meaningfully to a respected and rapidly growing brand in the hospitality industry.

Working as a Pastry Cook at Jon & Vinny's requires attentiveness to detail, a strong work ethic, and the ability to operate efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high standards of food quality and safety. The role offers an inclusive and supportive workplace culture with chances for career advancement, where employees are treated as valuable team members rather than just staff. It is an ideal fit for those excited to work alongside talented chefs and staff who are united by a commitment to delivering exceptional dining experiences. The Pastry Cook is instrumental in upholding the restaurant’s reputation for excellence by meticulously handling pastry production tasks such as chopping chocolate, preparing fruit, cutting bread, toasting nuts, and scooping cookie dough, as well as assisting with inventory management and daily sanitation checks.

Jon & Vinny's core values highlight the importance of hospitality as a fundamental aspect of their identity—extending kindness and enthusiasm towards guests and team members alike. They focus on being intentional and thoughtful in their approach to food and service, reinforcing respect among all team members and customers. Teamwork plays a critical role in fulfilling the restaurant’s mission, with collaboration and mutual support among employees essential to sustaining the lively and welcoming atmosphere that Jon & Vinny's is known for. The restaurant values determination and readiness to adapt to the ever-changing demands of a busy environment, ensuring that every guest’s expectations are met or exceeded.

In summary, joining Jon & Vinny's as a Pastry Cook means becoming part of a passionate team dedicated to great culinary craft, genuine hospitality, and continual growth. It’s a chance to contribute to a well-regarded establishment with a strong commitment to community and quality, working in a setting where your efforts directly impact the guest experience. If you are someone who appreciates working in a fast-paced, team-driven, and hospitality-centered environment, this position at Jon & Vinny’s offers both challenge and opportunity to grow professionally within the hospitality industry.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Prior experience in a kitchen or pastry environment preferred
  • Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
  • Ability to lift and/or move up to 75 pounds
  • Must be able to communicate effectively
  • Willingness to follow food safety and sanitation standards
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Flexibility to work various shifts including weekends
  • Must be punctual and reliable

Job Qualifications

  • Maintain an up to date Servsafe certification
  • Must be able to read and write
  • Ability to perform essential duties satisfactorily
  • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities

Job Duties

  • Arrive and leave on time, and clock in/out accordingly
  • Dress appropriately every day for work
  • Follow break policies in effect at this location
  • Assist in proper storage of all M.I.P, ingredients, and finished product
  • Maintain contact with co-workers and chefs on inventory, status of task work, cleaning, and organization
  • Production of projects such as but not limited to chopped chocolate and fruit, cutting bread, toasting nuts, and scooping cookie dough
  • Daily inventory of prepped items and ingredients
  • Daily check for proper rotation of ingredients and finished product following procedures and using proper checklists
  • Use proper dating and labeling following procedures
  • Upkeeping and understanding high standards for food quality control to uphold Food Safety Standards
  • Good communication with the packers and chefs on daily needs
  • Upkeeping Sanitation and Cleaning standards following procedures and using proper checklists
  • Working with a sense of urgency in a fast-paced environment and work in a timely and efficient manner
  • Maintain a positive, team-oriented, respectful mentality
  • Other duties as assigned

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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