Pastry Cook – Bakery

The Dinex Group is seeking a dedicated and motivated Pastry Cook to join our Épicerie Boulud Commissary Prep Kitchen in Downtown Manhattan.

The Pastry Cook will be responsible for supporting small-batch bakery production and assisting the viennoiserie team with daily preparation and production needs. The ideal candidate has hands-on baking or pastry experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in a professional production kitchen while maintaining consistent quality standards.

This is a long-term opportunity for an individual who is passionate about baking, takes pride in their work, and is looking to grow within a professional culinary team.

Essential Duties:

• Assist with small-batch production of bakery items according to established recipes and production schedules.
• Support the viennoiserie team with daily preparation and production needs.
• Prepare and organize daily mise en place to support efficient production.
• Measure, mix, and prepare ingredients according to established recipes and specifications.
• Assist with dough preparation, shaping, and other bakery production tasks as needed.
• Maintain consistent quality, texture, flavor, and appearance across all products.
• Follow production schedules and meet daily deadlines in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Properly label, date, store, and rotate ingredients and finished products according to company standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workstation.
• Minimize waste and handle ingredients and finished products according to company procedures.
• Communicate effectively with the pastry and bakery teams to support smooth daily operations.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety procedures.

Qualifications:

• At least 2 years of professional baking or pastry production experience.
• Working knowledge of baking ingredients, techniques, and production methods.
• Ability to follow standardized recipes and production specifications accurately.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn and support the viennoiserie team.
• Reliable, organized, and team-oriented with a positive attitude.
• Culinary or pastry training is preferred but not required.
• Must be available to work weekdays, Monday through Friday.
• Must be able to accommodate a schedule requiring either a 4:00 AM start or availability until 6:00 PM.

The Dinex Group LLC is an equal opportunity employer. The Dinex Group LLC does not discriminate in employment with regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex, gender (including sexual harassment), marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other characteristic protected by law.