Pastry Prep Cook Upscale Mediterranean Restaurant Sacramento
Part Time • Aiona Sacramento
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discounts
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
- Training & development
About Aiona
Opening in March 2026 in the heart of downtown Sacramento, Aiona is a bold new culinary destination celebrating the vibrant traditions of Mediterranean cuisine through the ancient art of wood-fired cooking. Alongside our savory program, Aiona features a thoughtful pastry and dessert offering designed to complement our food, wine, and hospitality experience.
Our mission is to bring world-class food, wine, and hospitality to Sacramento while becoming a premier destination for dining and private events.
Position Overview
Aiona is seeking detail-oriented, reliable Pastry Prep Cooks to join our opening pastry and culinary team. This role supports the Pastry Chef and culinary leadership through consistent, high-quality preparation of desserts, baked goods, and pastry components.
Pastry Prep Cooks play a critical role in ensuring precision, organization, and readiness for service while upholding Aiona’s standards of quality and presentation.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare pastry and dessert components according to recipes and specifications
- Assist with baking, assembling, and portioning desserts and plated components
- Measure, weigh, and scale ingredients accurately
- Support production of doughs, batters, creams, fillings, and garnishes
- Maintain clean, organized pastry prep stations and storage areas
- Properly label, date, and store products following FIFO standards
- Assist with receiving and storing pastry ingredients and supplies
- Support service and production needs as directed by pastry leadership
- Complete opening, prep, and side work duties efficiently
Pastry Standards & Teamwork
- Uphold Aiona’s pastry quality and presentation standards
- Follow all food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety guidelines
- Communicate clearly and respectfully with pastry chefs and kitchen teammates
- Maintain a professional, positive, and team-oriented attitude
Qualifications
- Previous pastry or kitchen prep experience preferred, but not required
- Basic baking knowledge and strong attention to detail
- Ability to follow recipes and instructions precisely
- Strong organizational skills and time management
- Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs
- Availability for early morning, daytime, weekend, and holiday shifts
The above requirements and benefits are not intended to be all-inclusive.
Compensation: $22.00 - $24.00 per hour
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