Pastry Cook

Buddakan, the iconic NYC dining destination in the heart of the Meatpacking District, is entering an exciting new era through a creative collaboration with Chef Danny Bowien, the visionary behind Mission Chinese.

We are seeking a motivated and skilled Pastry Cook to join our culinary team. Buddakan is a high-volume restaurant serving over 1,000 guests on our busiest nights. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in pastry production, experience executing dessert service, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

This position offers a comprehensive package including:

• An hourly rate of $21 - $23
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits Coverage*
• Paid Vacation Time*
• Paid Sick Time
• Commuter Benefit Program
• Referral Bonus Programs
• Dining discounts at over 25 affiliated STARR Restaurants 
• Opportunity for career advancement and professional growth
  - and more!
  *These benefits are available to full-time employees

Essential Responsibilities:

• Prepare and execute a variety of pastry and dessert components, including ice creams, sauces, chocolates, donuts, breads, and other baked goods.
• Set up, organize, and stock the pastry station prior to service.
• Execute consistent and accurate dessert plating according to established recipes and presentation standards.
• Maintain a smooth and efficient workflow during high-volume dinner service.
• Communicate prep shortages, product quality concerns, and guest allergy requests promptly to the chef team.
• Follow proper food safety, sanitation, labeling, dating, rotation, and storage procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and properly stocked workstation throughout prep, service, and closing.
• Assist with inventory counts, product organization, and ordering needs as directed.
• Support menu development, testing, and new dessert rollouts as needed.
• Collaborate with the pastry and culinary teams to maintain consistency, quality, and efficiency.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of one year of professional pastry, baking, or relevant culinary experience preferred.
• Previous experience in a high-volume restaurant or hospitality environment is a plus.
• Strong foundational pastry and baking skills, including ingredient scaling by weight and accurate execution of batch recipes.
• Working knowledge of pastry production techniques, including ice creams, sauces, chocolates, doughs, and baked goods.
• Previous dinner service experience, including dessert preparation and plating in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize responsibilities, and maintain consistency under pressure.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and commitment to quality.
• Knowledge of proper food safety, sanitation, and allergen awareness practices.
• Dependable, team-oriented, and able to communicate effectively with kitchen leadership and colleagues.
• Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• A positive attitude, willingness to learn, and desire to grow within a professional culinary team.