Pastry Cook/Baker

Lessing's Hospitality Group is a distinguished hospitality company with a rich legacy spanning over 130 years. Headquartered in the Northeast with extensions into Florida, Lessing's Hospitality Group operates more than 100 locations. Their diverse portfolio includes 20 wedding and catering venues, 20 full-service restaurants, 2 innovative pop-up kitchen concepts, over 60 corporate and academic dining centers, and a historic inn. The company has established itself as a leader in the hospitality industry by blending tradition with modern culinary innovation. Lessing's is dedicated to delivering unique and personalized experiences to each guest along with exceptional hospitality, continually adapting to evolving industry trends and client preferences. They are known for their commitment to quality, creativity, and fostering a supportive work environment for their employees.

The role of Pastry Cook/Baker at Lessing's Hospitality Group is a crucial position within their culinary team. Responsible for managing all operations of the pastry and bakery section, the Pastry Cook plays a vital role in executing traditional and contemporary recipes while also contributing creatively by developing new and seasonal dessert offerings. Reporting closely to the Executive Chef and Sous Chef, this position requires a skilled artisan with knowledge of various pastries, cakes, cookies, pies, and breads. The Pastry Cook takes the lead in product planning, preparation, presentation, and quality control to ensure every dessert meets the company's exacting standards.

This position involves not only baking and decorating pastries but also supervising and coordinating the efforts of other cooks and kitchen workers involved in dessert preparation. The Pastry Cook must ensure that all food safety measures are strictly followed, maintain inventory by monitoring baking ingredient stocks, and manage orders within budget constraints. A successful candidate balances creativity with precision and teamwork, fostering an environment of mutual trust and respect among kitchen staff. The role demands excellent communication skills, a positive attitude, and the ability to work flexible shifts, including weekends and evenings, to meet the demands of the hospitality calendar.

Ideal candidates for this role should bring a minimum of four years of baking experience and preferably hold a culinary degree. Expertise in cake decorating, knowledge of a wide variety of pastries, and commitment to maintaining a clean and efficient cooking station aligned with health and safety standards are essential. Lessing's Hospitality Group offers the opportunity to contribute to a team committed to excellence and innovation in culinary service while growing one’s professional skills in a dynamic, reputable company.