Benefits:
Why work for Culinary Khancepts?
At Culinary Khancepts, we are driven by a commitment to delivering unforgettable guest experiences through exceptional hospitality, top-quality food and beverages, and impeccable presentation. We foster a fun, dynamic, and positive work environment where both our team members and guests can thrive. As we continue to innovate and elevate the culinary and beverage scene, we offer our employees the opportunity to grow alongside a company that values creativity, excellence, and forward-thinking hospitality.
Epicure Cafe is seeking a skilled and detail-driven Cafe Baker to join our team and help bring a sense of warmth, tradition, and craftsmanship to our daily offerings. Our concept is rooted in time-honored, family-inspired recipes, elevated through thoughtful execution and modern presentation. This role is ideal for a baker who values both precision and creativity, someone who can execute classic baked goods with consistency while also contributing to visually compelling, custom-designed cookies and seasonal pastry features. You’ll play a key role in shaping the guest experience through products that feel both nostalgic and refined.
Key Responsibilities: · Execute a daily bake program including breads, cakes, pies, pastries, and cookies using established recipes and standards· Maintain consistency in product quality, flavor, texture, and presentation across all baked goods· Produce and decorate custom cookies and specialty items with a high level of detail, utilizing piping, icing, and design techniques· Contribute creative input for seasonal features, themed products, and visual displays that align with the Epicure brand· Collaborate with ownership/leadership to thoughtfully adapt traditional recipes when appropriate (e.g., dietary alternatives, production efficiency)· Manage daily production timelines to ensure all items are prepared fresh and available for service· Monitor inventory levels, assist with ordering, and maintain proper product rotation and storage standards· Uphold a clean, organized, and food-safe work environment in accordance with all health regulations· Occasionally engage with guests, sharing product knowledge and reinforcing the story behind key menu items
Qualifications:· Minimum 2+ years of professional baking or pastry experience in a café, bakery, or restaurant environment· Demonstrated proficiency in cookie decorating, piping, icing, and fine detail work· Strong understanding of foundational baking techniques and production workflows· Ability to follow recipes precisely while maintaining consistency at scale· High attention to detail in both execution and presentation· Comfortable working independently in early-morning production environments· Ability to communicate effectively in both English and Spanish· Collaborative mindset and willingness to contribute within a small, team-oriented kitchen Preferred (Not Required)
What We Value
Compensation · Competitive hourly rate based on experience Benefits/Perks
Compensation: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour
At Culinary Khancepts, we strive to provide a dynamic and rewarding place to work and recognize our Team Members are our most valuable ingredient. We believe that everyone contributes directly to the company’s growth and success.
Culinary Khancepts is a Houston, TX based hospitality organization founded in 2016 and is comprised of the following concepts:
Star Cinema Grill, a dine-in-theater concept that offers our guests first run film releases, an extensive menu, and a full-service bar with a wide selection of beer, wine, and spirits.
State Fare Kitchen & Bar, a full-service restaurant that offers a unique menu with local favorites that are as bold and diverse as the state of Texas.
Liberty Kitchen & Oysterette, a full-service restaurant that is one of Houston’s hidden gems offering the freshest coastal ingredients along with Texas beef, sushi and freshly made pastas.
The Audrey Restaurant & Bar / Reel Luxury Cinemas, a stylish modern restaurant serving contemporary American cuisine. sharing space with a one-of-a-kind luxury, dine-in movie theater.
The Audrey Restaurant & Bar: Instagram | Facebook
Reel Luxury Cinemas: Instagram | Facebook
Leo’s River Oaks Restaurant / The River Oaks Theater – Coming Soon!
Leo's River Oaks Restaurant Facebook
The River Oaks Theater Instagram | Facebook
Hollywood Palms Cinema, The best theater in the Chicago area!
Our goal is "To provide every guest with an unforgettable dining experience through unmatched hospitality and the highest quality food and beverages.”
Culinary Khancepts is a, multi-concept, restaurant group that includes State Fare Kitchen & Bar, Liberty Kitchen Oysterette, The Audrey & Reel Luxury Cinemas, River Oaks Theatre, & Star Cinema Grill. We feature fresh, made from scratch plates with an elegant presentation. We absolutely love taking care of all of our guests!
Culinary Khancepts believes every guest should be provided with an unforgettable experience through unmatched hospitality, the highest quality food & beverages and a flawless presentation. We strive to create a fun and positive environment that everyone from our guests to our team can thrive in as we continue to push the envelope in both the culinary and beverage scene.
