Pastry Cook
U.S. National Whitewater Center, Charlotte, NC, United States
Pastry Cook
Charlotte, NC, US
2 days ago Requisition ID: 1295
Pastry Cooks at the Whitewater Center (Whitewater) support the daily operations of the kitchen. They ensure that pastry recipes, food preparations, and presentations meet the restaurant’s specifications and quality standards while maintaining a safe, orderly, and sanitized kitchen. This role executes established recipes, assists with daily specials, and helps develop and test new menu items. This full‑time, on‑site position reports to the Pastry Chef.
Responsibilities
Work under the direction of the Pastry Chef to execute established recipes with precision and consistency.
Assist in the preparation and production of daily specials, seasonal offerings, and new menu items.
Ensure all products meet quality and presentation standards.
Maintain a clean, organized and sanitary workplace in compliance with health and food‑safety regulations.
Operate bakery equipment safely and correctly.
Demonstrate ethical and professional behavior in and out of the workplace.
Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
At least 1 year of experience as a Pastry Cook, Baker, or in a similar professional kitchen role.
Knowledge of basic culinary math, including measurements, scaling, and conversions.
Strong attention to detail, consistency, and organization.
Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment while maintaining quality and accuracy.
Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and during Whitewater events as needed.
Physical Demands
Must be able to safely self‑transport over uneven terrain or in a confined space.
Must be able to bend, lean, stand, and kneel on a regular basis and for sustained periods of time.
Must be able to lift and move at least 25 pounds.
Must be able to work outdoors for sustained periods of time and in all weather and environmental conditions.
Must be able to work in shared spaces with other employees and customers.
Legal Disclosures
The Whitewater Center provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the Whitewater Center complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
NOTICE: Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. The Whitewater Center is an employer that participates in the E‑Verify program.
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Charlotte, NC, US
2 days ago Requisition ID: 1295
Pastry Cooks at the Whitewater Center (Whitewater) support the daily operations of the kitchen. They ensure that pastry recipes, food preparations, and presentations meet the restaurant’s specifications and quality standards while maintaining a safe, orderly, and sanitized kitchen. This role executes established recipes, assists with daily specials, and helps develop and test new menu items. This full‑time, on‑site position reports to the Pastry Chef.
Responsibilities
Work under the direction of the Pastry Chef to execute established recipes with precision and consistency.
Assist in the preparation and production of daily specials, seasonal offerings, and new menu items.
Ensure all products meet quality and presentation standards.
Maintain a clean, organized and sanitary workplace in compliance with health and food‑safety regulations.
Operate bakery equipment safely and correctly.
Demonstrate ethical and professional behavior in and out of the workplace.
Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
At least 1 year of experience as a Pastry Cook, Baker, or in a similar professional kitchen role.
Knowledge of basic culinary math, including measurements, scaling, and conversions.
Strong attention to detail, consistency, and organization.
Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment while maintaining quality and accuracy.
Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and during Whitewater events as needed.
Physical Demands
Must be able to safely self‑transport over uneven terrain or in a confined space.
Must be able to bend, lean, stand, and kneel on a regular basis and for sustained periods of time.
Must be able to lift and move at least 25 pounds.
Must be able to work outdoors for sustained periods of time and in all weather and environmental conditions.
Must be able to work in shared spaces with other employees and customers.
Legal Disclosures
The Whitewater Center provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the Whitewater Center complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
NOTICE: Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. The Whitewater Center is an employer that participates in the E‑Verify program.
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