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title: Pastry Cook at Paramount Events in Chicago, IL
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| **Company** | Paramount Events |
| **Location** | Chicago, IL |
| **Salary** | $20/hr |
| **Posted** | Sep 28, 2026 |
## 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

**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
## Skills

- Cooking
- Pastry and Dessert Preparation
- HVAC Heating
- Food Safety Standards
- Baking
- Catering
- Kitchen Equipment Operation
- Sanitation
- Time Management
- English
- Food Safety
- Food Handler Certification
- Pastry
- Pastry Chef
## Benefits

- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off (Pto)
- Sick Leave
- 401(k) Plans
- Flexible Work Schedules
- Transportation

## How to Apply

[Apply for this position](https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/pastry-cook-at-paramount-events-01a0e8dc-1e1f-7032-b1d0-7542c49bd58c?utm_source=ai_markdown)

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