Pastry Chef Jobs in Norwalk, CA

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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Lead Pastry Cook

  • Long Beach, CA (11 miles from Norwalk, CA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Long Beach, CA (11 miles from Norwalk, CA)
  • 2 hours ago

Required Years of Experience 2 years Job Details NOW HIRING: Join Our Outstanding Bakery Team! We are seeking a Experienced Pastry Lead to play a key role in our kitchen. This position will be...

Pastry Baker Shift Leader

  • Manhattan Beach, CA (18 miles from Norwalk, CA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Manhattan Beach, CA (18 miles from Norwalk, CA)
  • 20 hours ago

Pastry Baker Shift Leader Department: BOH Location: Manhattan Beach, CA START YOUR APPLICATION ( SusieCakes has 31 bakery locations across CA, TX and TN. Our bakeries are filled with the delicious...

Pastry Cook

  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Norwalk, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Norwalk, CA)
  • 6 days ago

This position shall directly report to the Pastry Chef, Executive Chef and Kitchen Management....

Full-time Pastry chef / Baker

  • Glendale, CA (22 miles from Norwalk, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Glendale, CA (22 miles from Norwalk, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Were seeking a full-time pastry chef with a minimum of four years of experience in a professional bakery to join our team with the possibility of growth....

Pastry Cook

  • Long Beach, CA (11 miles from Norwalk, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Long Beach, CA (11 miles from Norwalk, CA)
  • 7 days ago

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Pastry Chef

  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Norwalk, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Norwalk, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Required Years of Experience 2 years Job Details We are looking for a talented and passionate Pastry Chef to join our culinary team....

Pastry Cook - TAO Los Angeles

  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Norwalk, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Norwalk, CA)
  • 11 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: Ensure quality, consistency, production, and execution of all food menu items. Interacts with fellow team members, and supervisors in a polite and courteous manner to ensure...

Pastry Cook

  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Norwalk, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Norwalk, CA)
  • 12 days ago

Decorating Creativity Product Development Time Management Cake Making Problem Solving Communication Passion for Pastry Arts Adaptability Gluten Free Cooking Ability to Follow Recipes Accurately Quality...

Seasonal Pastry Cook

  • West Hollywood, CA (19 miles from Norwalk, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • West Hollywood, CA (19 miles from Norwalk, CA)
  • 14 days ago

Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality and presentation standards, and food prep checklists. Prepare ingredients for cooking, including portioning, chopping, and storing food before...

Pastry Chef

  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Norwalk, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Norwalk, CA)
  • 14 days ago

Required Years of Experience 3 years Job Details An Opportunity for a Visionary Pastry Chef We are seeking an exceptional pastry chef - a unique opportunity to lead and inspire within a creative, quality-driven...

Pastry Chef

  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Norwalk, CA)
  • 25 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Norwalk, CA)
  • 25 days ago

Required Years of Experience 3 years Job Details POSITION SUMMARY Responsible for all daily operations of the kitchen including but not limited to; menu development, ordering, costing, labor...

Pastry Cook

  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Norwalk, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Norwalk, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

The Pastry Chef reports directly to the Executive Pastry Chef Company Overview: Legends is a holistic agency that specializes in delivering solutions for legendary brands....

Pastry Cook

  • Costa Mesa, CA (18 miles from Norwalk, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA (18 miles from Norwalk, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

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

Pastry Cook/Baker

  • El Segundo, CA (18 miles from Norwalk, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • El Segundo, CA (18 miles from Norwalk, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Compensation Range $16.50 - $16.50 / Hour Overview Pastry Cooks / Bakers - solid pay with room to grow! North Italia is offering: Flexible scheduling Hospitality training Health benefits including...

Pastry Cook

  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Norwalk, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Norwalk, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

About Four Seasons: Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be...

Demographic Data for Norwalk, CA

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Salary for Pastry Chef Jobs in Norwalk, CA

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 Norwalk, CA offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
34.4%
Bachelor's Degree
26.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.0%
High School or GED
15.7%
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 Norwalk, CA
Less than 1 year
62.9%
2-4 years
16.5%
None
15.6%
1-2 years
5.1%


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