Title Lead Pastry Cook | Full-Time | Lucas Museum of Narrative Art
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $24.00 - $30.00
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) savings plan
401(k) matching
Paid Time Off
vacation days
sick days
Holidays
Job Description
Oak View Group (OVG) is the global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services, specializing in venue development, management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales. Founded in 2015, OVG manages a vast collection of world-class arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions spanning four continents. Among its prestigious portfolio is the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art, located in Los Angeles, which offers a unique culinary experience through its multi-concept cafe, luxury restaurant, licensed Starbucks, and extensive catering services. The museum is not only a cultural destination but also a place where food and hospitality excellence are paramount.
The Lead Pastry Cook role at the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art is a full-time position, offering an hourly wage ranging from $24.00 to $30.00. This role is critical in upholding the quality and artistry of the museum's pastry offerings across various outlets, including the cafe, restaurant, catering, banquets, and special events. The Lead Pastry Cook will oversee daily pastry production, ensuring all baked goods meet the highest standards of taste, appearance, and consistency. The position involves leadership responsibilities where the individual will train and mentor pastry team members, coach for productivity, and foster a positive kitchen environment. Additionally, the role requires close collaboration with culinary leadership to plan production schedules, control inventory, and implement food safety standards.
This position demands a hands-on leader capable of managing a team within a busy pastry kitchen, utilizing advanced baking skills and creative presentation techniques. The Lead Pastry Cook is responsible for producing a wide variety of pastries, breads, cakes, cookies, viennoiserie, and specialty confections based on standardized recipes. Emphasis is placed on precision in decorating and finishing desserts, maintaining consistent portioning, and adapting menus to seasonal changes and special occasions. The role also involves monitoring inventory to minimize waste, operating specialized bakery equipment safely, and adhering strictly to health and sanitation regulations.
Joining Oak View Group means becoming part of an organization dedicated to diversity, inclusion, and equal employment opportunity, reflecting an environment where innovation and excellence in guest service are nurtured. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) savings plan with matching contributions, and paid time off for vacations, sick days, and holidays. This role provides a unique opportunity to contribute to an iconic cultural institution’s culinary legacy while growing professionally within a supportive, vibrant team.
The Lead Pastry Cook position will remain open until October 23, 2026, inviting skilled pastry professionals who are passionate about culinary arts and leadership to join a prestigious, dynamic team focused on delivering exceptional guest experiences at the forefront of hospitality and the arts.
The Lead Pastry Cook role at the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art is a full-time position, offering an hourly wage ranging from $24.00 to $30.00. This role is critical in upholding the quality and artistry of the museum's pastry offerings across various outlets, including the cafe, restaurant, catering, banquets, and special events. The Lead Pastry Cook will oversee daily pastry production, ensuring all baked goods meet the highest standards of taste, appearance, and consistency. The position involves leadership responsibilities where the individual will train and mentor pastry team members, coach for productivity, and foster a positive kitchen environment. Additionally, the role requires close collaboration with culinary leadership to plan production schedules, control inventory, and implement food safety standards.
This position demands a hands-on leader capable of managing a team within a busy pastry kitchen, utilizing advanced baking skills and creative presentation techniques. The Lead Pastry Cook is responsible for producing a wide variety of pastries, breads, cakes, cookies, viennoiserie, and specialty confections based on standardized recipes. Emphasis is placed on precision in decorating and finishing desserts, maintaining consistent portioning, and adapting menus to seasonal changes and special occasions. The role also involves monitoring inventory to minimize waste, operating specialized bakery equipment safely, and adhering strictly to health and sanitation regulations.
Joining Oak View Group means becoming part of an organization dedicated to diversity, inclusion, and equal employment opportunity, reflecting an environment where innovation and excellence in guest service are nurtured. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) savings plan with matching contributions, and paid time off for vacations, sick days, and holidays. This role provides a unique opportunity to contribute to an iconic cultural institution’s culinary legacy while growing professionally within a supportive, vibrant team.
The Lead Pastry Cook position will remain open until October 23, 2026, inviting skilled pastry professionals who are passionate about culinary arts and leadership to join a prestigious, dynamic team focused on delivering exceptional guest experiences at the forefront of hospitality and the arts.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 2-3 years of relevant pastry or baking experience
- food handler certification or ability to obtain
- strong understanding of baking and pastry techniques
- leadership abilities
- ability to work in fast-paced kitchen environments
- physical ability to stand, walk, lift heavy objects, and perform repetitive motions
- strong organizational skills
- attention to detail
- ability to multitask and prioritize
- knowledge of food safety and sanitation
- ability to safely operate bakery and pastry equipment
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- formal pastry or culinary education preferred
- 2-3 years of pastry or baking experience in a bakery, restaurant, hotel, private club, or similar hospitality environment
- previous leadership or lead pastry cook experience preferred
- knowledge of pastry techniques, baking fundamentals, and dessert presentation
- food handler certification required or ability to obtain within the designated timeframe
- strong understanding of baking and pastry techniques
- ability to read and scale recipes accurately
- strong organizational and time management skills
- attention to detail with a passion for quality and presentation
- ability to lead and mentor a team in a fast-paced kitchen
- ability to multitask and prioritize production schedules
- basic knowledge of inventory management and food cost control
- ability to stand and walk for extended periods
- ability to lift and carry heavy objects
- frequent bending, reaching, lifting, and repetitive hand motions
- must be comfortable working in hot kitchen environments and around commercial baking equipment
Job Duties
- Prepare and bake a variety of pastries, breads, cakes, cookies, desserts, viennoiserie, and specialty baked goods according to standardized recipes and presentation standards
- decorate and finish pastries and desserts with precision and attention to detail
- ensure consistent quality, taste, appearance, and portioning of all pastry items
- assist with seasonal menu changes, holiday offerings, and specialty dessert features
- support production for cafe, restaurant, catering, banquets, and special events
- lead daily pastry production and assign tasks to pastry team members
- train and mentor pastry cooks and bakers on recipes, techniques, and quality standards
- monitor productivity and provide coaching to ensure efficient operations
- foster a positive, collaborative, and professional kitchen environment
- serve as the lead pastry team member in the absence of the sous chef or executive chef
- assist with daily production planning to ensure products are prepared on schedule
- monitor inventory levels and communicate product needs to culinary leadership
- minimize food waste while maintaining appropriate production levels
- assist with receiving, storing, and rotating ingredients using FIFO procedures
- maintain compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and health department regulations
- ensure proper labeling, dating, storage, and handling of ingredients and finished products
- maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary pastry kitchen and workstations
- safely operate bakery and pastry equipment, including mixers, ovens, proofers, sheeters, and other specialty equipment
- inspect finished products to ensure they meet established quality and presentation standards
- maintain consistency across all pastry offerings
- support continuous improvement by recommending new techniques, recipes, and efficiencies
Job Criteria
Experience
No experience required
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