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Pastry Cook Jobs in Wisconsin (NOW HIRING)

As a Pastry Chef for Grand Geneva Resort & Spa, you will train other associates performing the same or related work and oversee the preparation and service of all baked goods, including specialty ...

Pastry Chef

Lake Geneva, WI · On-site

$75K - $85K/yr

As a Pastry Chef for Grand Geneva Resort & Spa, you will train other associates performing the same or related work and oversee the preparation and service of all baked goods, including specialty ...

Pastry Chef

Lake Geneva, WI · On-site

$75K - $85K/yr

As a Pastry Chef for Grand Geneva Resort & Spa, you will train other associates performing the same or related work and oversee the preparation and service of all baked goods, including specialty ...

Pastry Chef

Lake Geneva, WI · On-site

$75K - $85K/yr

As a Pastry Chef for Grand Geneva Resort & Spa, you will train other associates performing the same or related work and oversee the preparation and service of all baked goods, including specialty ...

Pastry Chef

Lake Geneva, WI · On-site

$75K - $85K/yr

As a Pastry Chef for Grand Geneva Resort & Spa, you will train other associates performing the same or related work and oversee the preparation and service of all baked goods, including specialty ...

Line Cook

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$18 - $20/hr

These Executive Chefs, Sous Chefs, Pastry Cooks, Line Cooks, Prep Cooks and Dishwashers, run our scratch kitchens with the fast pace and professionalism of any celebrity chef restaurant. But rather ...

$34K - $46K/yr

Join Our Team as a Line Cook! Are you passionate about creating delicious dishes and working in a ... Pastry Making Salary and Benefits: * Minimum Salary: $34,000.00 * Maximum Salary: $46,000.00

Line Cook

Plymouth, WI

$34K - $46K/yr

Join Our Team as a Line Cook! Are you passionate about creating delicious dishes and working in a ... Pastry Making Salary and Benefits: * Minimum Salary: $34,000.00 * Maximum Salary: $46,000.00

Breakfast Cook

Lake Geneva, WI

$14 - $18.25/hr

Solid understanding of breakfast culinary techniques, including egg cookery, pastry preparation, and breakfast item execution. * Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices, with the ability to ...

Line/Grill Cook I - PJs

Stevens Point, WI

$15.25 - $19.25/hr

Be responsible for setting up food preparation lines including grill, sauté, fry cook, dessert, pastry and salad lines. * Partner with other culinary team members to help develop recipes and menu ...

Pantry Cook

Lake Geneva, WI · On-site

$15.50 - $18.50/hr

In addition to daily preparation of cold food items, pastries, and cold buffet items as deemed necessary by Executive Chef and Sous Chef, the Pantry Cook has the following responsibilities:

HELPER COOK

Marinette, WI · On-site

$14/hr

Prior cooking experience is preferred. * Perks: Will train! * Fixed Pay Rate: $14.00 per hour ... Bakes bread, rolls, cakes and pastry as course of instruction permits. * Maintains work area and ...

Line Cook

Milwaukee, WI

$15.50 - $19.50/hr

Cuts, trims, and bones meat prior to cooking ... Bakes bread, rolls, cakes, and pastry. * Follows proper procedures in handling food to ensure ...

Assistant Cook

Monroe, WI · On-site

$37K - $48K/yr

Prepare food, such as bread, rolls, pastries, etc. * Supervise and assist in the entire daily clean ... cook books, cleaning charts, residents' menu requests and general operating manuals. * Ability to ...

Prior cooking experience is preferred. * Perks: Will train! * Fixed Pay Rate: $14.00 per hour ... Bakes bread, rolls, cakes and pastry as course of instruction permits. * Maintains work area and ...

Prior cooking experience is preferred. * Perks: Will train! * Fixed Pay Rate: $14.00 per hour ... Bakes bread, rolls, cakes and pastry as course of instruction permits. * Maintains work area and ...

Prior cooking experience is preferred. * Perks: Will train! * Fixed Pay Rate: $14.00 per hour ... Bakes bread, rolls, cakes and pastry as course of instruction permits. * Maintains work area and ...

Assistant Cook

Monroe, WI · On-site

$37K - $48K/yr

Prepare food, such as bread, rolls, pastries, etc. Supervise and assist in the entire daily clean ... cook books, cleaning charts, residents' menu requests and general operating manuals. Ability to ...

Line/Grill Cook I at PJ's

Stevens Point, WI · On-site

$15.25 - $19.25/hr

Responsible for setting up food preparation lines including grill, sauté, Fry cook, desert, pastry and salad lines. * Set up stations and collect all necessary supplies to prepare menu items.

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How much do pastry cook jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for pastry cook in Wisconsin is $18.90, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.97 and $20.62 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a pastry cook?

A pastry cook, similar to a pastry chef or pastry artist, prepares cakes, breads, or other pastries. Their job is baking for a client, bakery, restaurant, or retail store. Job duties include following, modifying, and creating recipes, ordering necessary supplies and ingredients, baking cakes and pastries, and decorating baked goods. You need good math skills for measuring ingredients and modifying recipes, and excellent baking skills to succeed in this career. A pastry cook may work independently or as part of a team, so good communication skills are also important.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a pastry cook, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Pastry Cook, you need a solid understanding of baking techniques, ingredient functions, and food safety, usually supported by culinary training or relevant experience. Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment, digital scales, and recipe management systems is important. Creativity, attention to detail, and strong time management are essential soft skills for excelling in this role. These skills ensure consistent, high-quality pastry production and efficient workflow in a busy kitchen environment.

What are some common challenges faced by pastry cooks in a busy bakery or restaurant kitchen?

Pastry cooks often work under tight deadlines, especially during peak service hours, which requires strong time management and the ability to multitask effectively. Maintaining consistency in texture, flavor, and presentation is also a challenge, as pastries often require precise measurements and techniques. Additionally, pastry cooks must frequently adapt to last-minute menu changes or special requests, working closely with the rest of the kitchen team to ensure a smooth workflow. Staying organized and maintaining a clean work environment are essential to meet food safety standards and produce high-quality desserts.

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Infographic showing various Pastry Cook job openings in Wisconsin as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 69% Full Time, 30% Part Time, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $39,309 per year, or $18.9 per hour.

Pastry Chef

Grand Geneva Resort

Lake Geneva, WI

Full-time

Re-posted 19 days ago


Job description

Description

If you're eager to showcase your talents in a prestigious, full-service, AAA Four Diamond resort and make a meaningful impact, an extraordinary career opportunity awaits you. We are on the lookout for a passionate individual to join our team and help us continue delivering the unparalleled guest experience that sets us apart. As a Pastry Chef for Grand Geneva Resort & Spa, you will train other associates performing the same or related work and oversee the preparation and service of all baked goods, including specialty items.  

Grand Geneva in Lake Geneva is a 1,300 acre, AAA Four Diamond resort and spa recognized as a Top Resort in the Midwest by Conde Nast Traveler. This award-winning, all-seasons destination features over 746 guest accommodations, the WELL Spa & Salon, two championship golf courses, fitness facilities, a ski hill and terrain park, and 9 unique food and beverage outlets. Our name in the area means home, family and tradition. We have a strong sense of tradition, and we're looking to create a strong, bright future - a future that includes you. 

What will you be doing? 

  • Supervises the preparation and production of all baked goods 

  • Be extremely creative and a passionate professional in your field 

  • Prepares specialty-baked goods for in-house and catered events 

  • Analyzes food costs and determines most cost-effective recipes while maintaining quality 

  • Maintains food production records, reports, and department files as required 

  • Directs and/or arranges for the maintenance and care of departmental facilities, equipment, supplies, and materials in a manner that promotes efficiency, health, and safety 

  • Records inventory of supplies and orders stock from main storeroom; estimates daily and weekly requirements and replenishes items as appropriate 

  • Provides training and guidance to bakers, senior bakers, and other employees performing related work 

  • Attends to day-to-day problems and needs concerning equipment and food supplies; detects and ensures disposition of spoiled or unattractive food, defective supplies/equipment, and/or other unusual conditions 

  • May be required to prepare baked goods for special diets 

  • Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned 

  • Prepare all pastries and desserts for buffets and three restaurant outlets 

  • Supervise all pastry staff including, hiring, training, counseling, and progressive discipline