24 Carrots Catering and Events

Pastry Cook

24 Carrots Catering and Events  •  $20/hr  •  Costa Mesa, CA (Onsite)  •  27 days ago
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Job Description

We are a full-service, employee-owned, experiential caterer and hospitality group, committed to creating remarkable experiences for our clients while fostering a collaborative, engaged, and empowered workforce.

As an ideal candidate, you are detail-oriented, creative, and passionate about pastry. You thrive in a fast-paced kitchen and take pride in precision, presentation, and consistency. You’re excited to work with a variety of desserts, breads, and specialty items, and you bring a team-oriented mindset to every shift.

As a Pastry Cook, you will plan, prep, bake, and present a wide variety of pastries and desserts while maintaining the highest standards of quality and sanitation. This includes preparing plated desserts, buffets, breads, and specialty menus, as well as supporting offsite events through careful preparation and organization. You’ll also ensure that recipes are followed precisely, stations are clean and efficient, and that you’re upholding the company’s commitment to excellence.

If this sounds like you, read on!

Skills & Qualifications:

  • Professional, enthusiastic, responsible, and dependable team player.
  • Prepare pastries, breads, desserts, and specialty menu items according to recipes and portion standards.
  • Follow BEOs (Banquet Event Orders) and production schedules to prepare for events.
  • Set up and maintain an organized workstation with required mise en place, tools, and supplies.
  • Maintain compliance with food safety and sanitation standards (federal, state, and local).
  • Operate ovens, mixers, and other pastry equipment safely and effectively.
  • Work with special food requirements (e.g., vegan, gluten-free).
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization of the pastry kitchen and equipment.
  • Assist with inventory management and notify chefs of low stock or broken equipment.
  • Maintain positive guest and team relations; resolve issues promptly to ensure satisfaction.
  • 1–2 years of kitchen experience or enrollment in a culinary education program (6+ months).
  • Must possess a valid California Food Handler’s Card.
  • ServSafe Certification required within 30 days of hire.

Pay Range:

$18 - $20 per hour

Part-Time, Hourly / Non-Exempt

Benefits & Perks:

We are proud to be a 100% employee-owned company! Join our team and enjoy the benefits of a team that is invested in each other, where we measure success not only through the growth of our business, but the cultivation and growth of our people. Other benefits also include group health benefits, competitive pay, paid vacation and sick time, holiday pay, 401k retirement plan.

Let’s Grow Together!

Ready to Join Us?

If you are ready to take your career to the next level and join a team of creative, energetic, passionate and dedicated people, apply today!

24 Carrots Catering and Events

About 24 Carrots Catering and Events

24 Carrots is Southern California’s premier experiential catering and hospitality group. For over 20 years, we have elevated weddings, corporate events, and social celebrations with culinary excellence, personalized service, and flawless execution. Our expertise spans event design, curated menus, venue partnerships, and full-service hospitality that goes far beyond food and beverage.

At the heart of our success is the most talented and hardest-working team in Southern California, and we’re proud to be an employee-owned company. While our team members bring diverse skills and backgrounds, they share one passion: creating unforgettable memories for every client and guest.

We believe every event should be as unique as the people behind it. With a dedicated team guiding every detail, we deliver immersive, one-of-a-kind experiences that provide peace of mind and leave a lasting impression.

Industry
Events & Trade Shows
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Costa Mesa, CA
Year Founded
2004
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