JOB DETAILS
Paramount Events - Pastry Cook
CompanyParamount Events
LocationChicago
Work ModeOn Site
PostedSeptember 28, 2026

About The Company
Founded and led by Jodi Fyfe, Paramount Events is a woman-owned, green-certified, full-scale catering company specializing in seasonal, chef-driven cuisine and impeccable service. At Paramount Events, we measure success by the personal connections we build, fully investing in the happiness of our clients and their guests.
About the Role
Description
Paramount Events is seeking a skilled and dependable Pastry Cook to join our culinary team. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about pastry, takes pride in quality and presentation, and thrives in a fast-paced hospitality environment. The Pastry Cook will support our pastry program across both catering events and our restaurant eden, contributing to a collaborative kitchen focused on consistency, creativity, and an exceptional guest experience.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Produce a variety of pastries for the Paramount Events catering, as well as our on-site restaurant, eden
- Take count of and maintain inventory for consistently produced items
- Note when product is needed, and sharing with Pastry Chef and/or Pastry Chef de Cuisine
- Note of any changes, edits and/or discrepancies between production lists and event paperwork
- Uphold sanitation and food safety standards, maintaining clean and tidy work areas
- Ensure all food safety measures are followed: proper cooling and storage of prepared foods, proper handling of all “Ready to Eat” foods, proper thawing, and heating methods.
- Ensure all opening/closing duties are being met correctly and consistently
- Ensure all kitchen equipment is being handled properly when in use and stored properly when not in use, note when equipment/items are not functioning
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Food Handler's certification
- 2+ years of related experience, preferably in a high-volume setting
- Basic pastry/baking knowledge including plated desserts, petite sweets, and laminated doughs
- Ability to speak, read, and write in English
- Ability to read and follow recipes
- Effectively prioritize tasks while demonstrating good time management
- Work well both independently and as part of a team
- Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time and lift at least 50 pounds
- Flexible schedule, weekends required
BENEFITS:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(K) after 1 year of employment
- PTO and sick leave
- Daily meal provided
- Free Parking
Key Skills
Pastry ProductionBakingPlated DessertsPetite SweetsLaminated DoughsInventory ManagementFood SafetySanitationRecipe FollowingTime ManagementTask PrioritizationTeamworkIndependent WorkEquipment HandlingFood StorageEnglish Communication
Categories
Food & BeverageHospitality
Benefits
Health InsuranceDental InsuranceVision Insurance401(K)Paid Time OffSick LeaveDaily MealFree Parking
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
Produce pastries for Paramount Events catering and the restaurant eden, while tracking inventory and communicating product needs or discrepancies. Maintain food safety and sanitation standards, complete opening and closing duties, and handle kitchen equipment properly.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
2-5
💼Company Size
82
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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