Pastry Chef Jobs in Irving, TX

A Pastry Chef, also known as a Pâtissier, is a culinary professional who specializes in the creation of pastries, desserts, breads and other baked goods. They work in a variety of settings such as restaurants, bakeries, hotels, and any establishment where dessert is served. A fundamental job function includes creating and testing new recipes, decorating pastries, and ensuring the quality of final products. They also order supplies, manage other employees, and maintain cleanliness and organization within the kitchen. A successful Pastry Chef combines creativity, precision, and a passion for the craft to produce visually appealing and decadent treats.

Before becoming a Pastry Chef, one may start their career as an Apprentice Pastry Chef, Baker, or Line Cook to gain hands-on experience in the kitchen. To excel in this field, a person should possess an eye for detail, strong hand-eye coordination, a sense of aesthetics, and good organization skills. Knowledge of various baking techniques and ingredients is a must. Certification from a culinary school or a degree in Pastry Arts is often required, and food safety certification is essential. Additionally, some Pastry Chefs choose to earn a Certified Pastry Culinarian (CPC) certification through the American Culinary Federation (ACF).

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Pastry Cook III

  • Irving, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Irving, TX
  • 1 day ago

Additional Information Evening Shift Job Number 24219089 Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary Location The Ritz-Carlton Dallas Las Colinas, 4150 North MacArthur Boulevard, Irving, Texas,...

Pastry Cook 3

  • Dallas, TX (8 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (8 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 3 days ago

Pastry Cook 3 Toggle search Toggle navigation Espanol Francais Employer Login Browse Jobs Post a Job Log In or Join Search 8,825 current hospitality jobs what where Pastry Cook 3 Omni Hotels &...

Pastry Cook

  • DFW Airport, TX (7 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • DFW Airport, TX (7 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 4 days ago

Click HERE This position requires good communication skills as well as Candidates should be able to perform all basic and intermediate pastry skills including baking production, cake decorating, plate...

Pastry Cook IV

  • Grapevine, TX (10 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 8 days ago
  • Grapevine, TX (10 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 8 days ago

Job Number 24195289 Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary Location Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center, 1501 Gaylord Trail, Grapevine, Texas, United States VIEW ON MAP Schedule Full-Time...

Pastry Cook 1

  • Fort Worth, TX (22 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 8 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX (22 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 8 days ago

Contribute idea for new desserts and work with Pastry Chef to further develop9....

Pastry Cook

  • Dallas, TX (8 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 10 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (8 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 10 days ago

Keep a sanitized and orderly environment in the kitchen Assist Sous-Chef efforts to improve general quality of the pastries and baking goods being served....

Pastry Cook

  • Plano, TX (20 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 13 days ago
  • Plano, TX (20 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 13 days ago

chef experience in a full service restaurant or the equivalent....

Experienced Hotel Pastry Cook

  • DFW Airport, TX (7 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 60+ days ago
  • DFW Airport, TX (7 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 60+ days ago

Click HERE This position requires good communication skills as well as Candidates should be able to perform all basic and intermediate pastry skills including baking production, cake decorating, plate...

Pastry Cook/Baker

  • Dallas, TX (8 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Dallas, TX (8 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 90+ days ago

Compensation Range $15.00 - $20.00 / Hour Overview Pastry Cooks / Bakers - solid pay with room to grow North Italia is offering: Flexible scheduling Hospitality training Health benefits including...

Pastry Cook

  • Dallas, TX (8 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Dallas, TX (8 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 90+ days ago

Apply Today Hiring - Pastry Cook Doughbird is NOW OPEN at Inwood Village shopping center! Please come in for an interview on Monday to Friday hours are 2pm to 4pm at 5560 W. Lovers Lane, Dallas TX...

Chef Pastry Assistant

  • Irving, TX
  • 90+ days ago
  • Irving, TX
  • 90+ days ago

Job Summary: The Assistant Pastry Chef is responsible for all breads, muffins etc. for lunch service, danish, and pastries for breakfasts and desserts for pastry tray in accordance with the Club standards...

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Salary for Pastry Chef Jobs in Irving, TX

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireChefs research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Pastry Chef positions.



Highest Education Level

Pastry Chefs in Irving, TX offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
34.4%
Bachelor's Degree
26.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.0%
High School or GED
15.8%
Master's Degree
4.0%
Some College
2.3%
Some High School
0.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Pastry Chefs in Irving, TX
Less than 1 year
62.9%
2-4 years
16.5%
None
15.6%
1-2 years
5.1%



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