Baking & Pastry Cook

Position: Pastry Cook

About Safta’s Table:

At Pomegranate Hospitality, we are storytellers. Our purpose is to create memorable experiences by nourishing lifelong guests while fostering a safe, supportive workplace where our teams can thrive. Through food, beverage, and genuine hospitality, we build meaningful connections with our guests, our communities, and each other.

Our Mission & Core Values:

At Safta’s Table, our culture is rooted in four core values: Shared Prosperity, believing success is achieved when our guests, teams, and stakeholders all win; Accountability, taking ownership, embracing feedback, and continuously improving; Resilient Problem Solving, approaching challenges with creativity and determination; and Good Deeds, serving others through kindness, care, and genuine hospitality. These values guide every decision we make and define what it means to be part of the Pomegranate Hospitality team.

Job Overview

The Pastry Cook at Safta’s Table is responsible for preparing pastries, breads, desserts, and other baked goods that reflect the comforting and soulful flavors of Safta and Saba in a relaxed, all-day café setting. This role plays a key part in daily pastry production, maintaining product quality and consistency, and ensuring all items are prepared according to established recipes and presentation standards. The Pastry Cook works closely with the kitchen team to support smooth, efficient operations throughout the day.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare pastries, breads, desserts, fillings, sauces, and other baked goods according to standardized recipes and presentation guidelines
• Accurately measure, mix, shape, bake, assemble, and finish pastry items
• Complete daily pastry prep and production according to established timelines and business needs
• Ensure all products meet standards for taste, appearance, freshness, and consistency
• Properly label, date, store, and rotate ingredients and prepared products
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary pastry station at all times
• Follow all kitchen protocols, food safety standards, allergen procedures, and sanitation requirements
• Safely and properly operate ovens, mixers, food processors, and other pastry equipment
• Receive and store deliveries, ensuring product quality and proper stock rotation
• Communicate effectively with leadership about inventory needs, production levels, and challenges
• Minimize waste by following recipes, portion standards, and proper storage procedures
• Work collaboratively with fellow cooks and kitchen staff to maintain a positive and efficient work environment
• Support the overall goals of the kitchen team by jumping in where needed
• Provide all other duties, as assigned

Qualifications

• 1+ year of pastry, baking, or professional kitchen experience preferred, but willing to train the right candidate
• Passion for pastry, food, hospitality, and continuous learning
• Basic understanding of baking techniques, pastry equipment, and food safety standards
• Ability to follow recipes accurately and consistently
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management
• Strong work ethic and ability to take direction
• Dependable, punctual, and a strong team player
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with a sense of urgency
• Ability to maintain composure and positivity during high-volume production and service

Joining the Safta’s Table team means becoming part of a family that is passionate about food, culture, and creating memorable experiences for our guests. If you share our values and are excited to contribute to a dynamic and supportive team, we invite you to apply and be a part of our story.