Job Description
Holbrook House is a vibrant bar and lounge in the heart of San Francisco’s Financial District, created as a “club without a membership.” We feature a Chef-driven food program that blends seasonal California ingredients with globally inspired flavors, paired with a thoughtful beverage list showcasing craft cocktails, local wines, and select spirits. Our team is dedicated to delivering warm, memorable hospitality while fostering a collaborative and dynamic workplace culture.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Prepare, bake, and finish pastries, breads, cakes, cookies, and plated desserts according to recipes and standards.
Assist in the development of new desserts and seasonal pastry items.
Ensure all products meet established quality, taste, and presentation standards.
Maintain proper mise en place, including scaling, mixing, portioning, and storing ingredients.
Operate and maintain pastry equipment such as mixers, ovens, proofers, and sheeters.
Monitor baking times and temperatures to prevent under- or over-baking.
Maintain cleanliness and organization of the pastry station in compliance with hygiene and food safety standards.
Rotate stock, label ingredients properly, and minimize waste.
Collaborate with Chef Team and service staff to coordinate timely plating and delivery of desserts.
Assist with inventory management and ordering of pastry supplies.
Train, mentor, or supervise junior pastry assistants or apprentices when required.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a comparable position in a high-end restaurant, hotel or private caterer
Knowledge of food preparation, technique and presentation
Excellent English verbal and reading skills
A current California Food Handlers Certificate
Knowledge of food safety and sanitation guidelines
Attention to detail and highly organized
High level of professionalism and a “can do” attitude
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Must be a proven self-starter capable of finding solutions with minimal supervision
Have regular access to e-mail and the internet
Available to work a flexible schedule that will include days, evenings and weekends as dictated by the restaurant+events schedules and seasonal changes
Have the stamina to work up to 10+ hours - standing and walking between service areas for the duration of the shift
Ability to bend, stoop, lift up to 55 lbs, reach overhead and perform repetitive motion
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Compensation based on experience
Paid sick leave