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THE RANCH is seeking a dedicated and passionate Fine Dining Pastry Cook who thrives in a fast paced, detail driven environment. The ideal candidate is a skilled pastry professional with a strong foundation in fine dining techniques and a genuine passion for pastry and baking. This role supports the execution of elevated guest experiences through precise preparation, consistency, and craftsmanship.

This position requires full availability, including early mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays based on business needs.

Our Restaurant, Saloon, and Event Center host elevated dining experiences, private events, weddings, corporate gatherings, and large scale celebrations—making pastry production a critical and highly visible part of our culinary program.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Prepare and execute fine dining pastry items including plated desserts, artisan breads, ice creams, sorbets, creams, simple syrups, amenities, and specialty items.
  • Follow established recipes and standards to ensure consistency, quality, and presentation.
  • Assist with daily production for restaurant service, saloon offerings, catering, and special events.
  • Maintain exceptional cleanliness, organization, and mise en place in the pastry station.
  • Support the Executive Chef and culinary leadership with prep lists, menu changes, and seasonal production needs.
  • Properly handle, store, and rotate ingredients according to food safety standards.
  • Operate pastry equipment safely and report any maintenance needs.
  • Contribute to a positive, team oriented kitchen environment.

Requirements:

  • Minimum 1–2 years of pastry experience in a fine dining or high volume culinary environment.
  • Strong foundational pastry skills and familiarity with fine dining plating standards.
  • ServSafe Certification preferred.
  • Culinary education or pastry apprenticeship a plus.
  • Ability to stand for extended periods (up to 8 hours).
  • Ability to reach, bend, stoop, and frequently push, pull, or lift up to 50 pounds.
  • Clear communication skills and a professional, dependable work ethic.
  • Strong attention to detail, organization, and ability to perform under pressure.
  • Full availability including early mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Compensation & Benefits:

  • Job Type: Full Time and Part-Time
  • Schedule: Availability required, including early mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays
  • Hourly Range: $20.00 to $25.00 per hour. Pay may vary depending on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors.

If you are a passionate pastry professional ready to contribute to a Michelin recognized, high volume fine dining and events environment, we invite you to apply and become part of THE RANCH's legacy of excellence.

THE RANCH Restaurant & Saloon is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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