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Exmoor Country Club

Assistant Pastry Chef

Highland Park, IL · On-site

$21 - $23/hr

Assesses daily bakery needs with Pastry Chef and/or Executive Chef. * Schedules production of bread ... This position may require to work weekends and some holidays given the nature of the business. All ...

Italian Restaurant Opening Soon

Pastry Chef

Chicago, IL · On-site

Job Summary We are seeking a passionate and talented Pastry Chef to elevate our menu, working closely with the Executive Chef to ensure all pastries, cakes, confections and other desserts are up to a ...

BLUE PLATE CATERING LTD

Pastry Chef

Chicago, IL · On-site

Working closely with the Executive Chef and Culinary Leadership Team and Sales, the Pastry Chef creates memorable dessert experiences that reflect Blue Plate's commitment to culinary excellence ...

American Cruise Lines

Pastry Chef

Chester, IL · On-site

Pastry Chef American Cruise Lines, the largest cruise line operating exclusively within the United States, is seeking talented Pastry Chefs to join our team for the 2026 season. Our modern riverboats ...

American Cruise Lines

Pastry Chef

Chester, IL

Pastry Chef American Cruise Lines, the largest cruise line operating exclusively within the United States, is seeking talented Pastry Chefs to join our team for the 2026 season. Our modern riverboats ...

Blue Plate Catering

Pastry Chef

Chicago, IL · On-site

Working closely with the Executive Chef and Culinary Leadership Team and Sales, the Pastry Chef creates memorable dessert experiences that reflect Blue Plate's commitment to culinary excellence ...

Blue Plate Catering

Pastry Chef

Chicago, IL · On-site

Working closely with the Executive Chef and Culinary Leadership Team and Sales, the Pastry Chef creates memorable dessert experiences that reflect Blue Plate's commitment to culinary excellence ...

Hewn LLC

Head Pastry Chef

Evanston, IL · On-site

$65K - $78K/yr

As our Head Pastry Chef, you will lead a dedicated, passionate team in a collaborative kitchen ... Ability to work early morning hours, weekends and holidays, stand for extended periods, and lift up ...

Hewn LLC

Head Pastry Chef

Evanston, IL · On-site

$65K - $78K/yr

As our Head Pastry Chef, you will lead a dedicated, passionate team in a collaborative kitchen ... Ability to work early morning hours, weekends and holidays, stand for extended periods, and lift up ...

Aya Pastry

Pastry Cook

Chicago, IL

$17.50 - $21.25/hr

The mission at Aya Pastry is to support Chicago chefs and business owners by providing an extensive bread and pastry program whose quality is unmatched by other bakeries. During her tenure at Maple ...

Verzenay Patisserie

Assistant Pastry Chef

Chicago, IL · On-site

Assistant Pastry Chef position - Full Time Summary of our Verzenay's business: We make handcrafted French baked goods, pastries, with no artificial ingredients! Everything we make is in house and our ...

Hoosier Mama Pie Co

Assistant Pastry Chef

Chicago, IL · On-site

$19 - $22/hr

One weekend day off! Hoosier Mama Pie Company is looking for a talented, detail-oriented assistant pastry chef to join our small but mighty Ukrainian Village Crew. We bake seasonally using the best ...

Bonyeon

Pastry Sous Chef

Chicago, IL

$44K - $62K/yr

As a Pastry Sous Chef, you will play a vital role in creating memorable dessert experiences that ... Available to work weekends, nights, and holidays as the business dictates. * Excellent ...

Lettuce Escape

Pastry Sous Chef

Chicago, IL · On-site

$60 - $90/hr

Work a variety of days and shifts (including early mornings, late nights and weekends) at multiple ... pastry chef experience in a high-volume full-service restaurant * Ability to lead and manage the ...

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RPM Seafood

Pastry Sous Chef

Chicago, IL · On-site

$60K - $90K/yr

Work a variety of days and shifts (including early mornings, late nights and weekends) at multiple ... pastry chef experience in a high-volume full-service restaurant * Ability to lead and manage the ...

58EOS LLC

Esquire Pastry Chef

Chicago, IL · On-site

$75K - $102K/yr

What You Bring * 4+ years pastry experience in fine dining; lead/pastry-chef experience preferred. * Strong plated-dessert and viennoiserie/bread fundamentals. * Cost and production-systems ...

RPM Seafood

Pastry Sous Chef

Chicago, IL · On-site

$60K - $90K/yr

Work a variety of days and shifts (including early mornings, late nights and weekends) at multiple ... pastry chef experience in a high-volume full-service restaurant * Ability to lead and manage the ...

BLUE PLATE CATERING LTD

Pastry PM Shift

Chicago, IL · On-site

Check in with the Pastry Sous Chef and/or Executive Pastry Chef to receive your prep list, event menu details, and any special dietary considerations or modifications. * Remain Focused: Pay close ...

Blue Plate Catering

Pastry PM Shift

Chicago, IL · On-site

Check in with the Pastry Sous Chef and/or Executive Pastry Chef to receive your prep list, event menu details, and any special dietary considerations or modifications. * Remain Focused: Pay close ...

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How much do weekend pastry chef jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend pastry chef in Illinois is $24.25, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.69 and $30.29 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a weekend pastry chef?

Weekend Pastry Chefs are culinary professionals who specialize in preparing and baking pastries, desserts, and baked goods, typically working during weekends. They may work in bakeries, hotels, restaurants, or catering services, handling tasks such as mixing dough, decorating cakes, and ensuring the quality and presentation of each pastry. Their schedules are often designed to meet higher customer demand during weekends, and they must balance efficiency with creativity to deliver a wide variety of sweet treats. Weekend Pastry Chefs also follow strict food safety standards and may be involved in menu planning and inventory management.

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

To thrive as a Weekend Pastry Chef, you need strong pastry and baking skills, attention to detail, and typically a culinary degree or relevant experience in a commercial kitchen. Familiarity with bakery equipment, food safety certifications, and recipe management systems is often required. Creativity, time management, and teamwork are vital soft skills that help you excel in a busy kitchen environment. These abilities ensure the consistent production of high-quality pastries, efficient workflow, and excellent customer satisfaction during peak weekend hours.

What are some common challenges faced by weekend pastry chefs, and how can they be addressed?

Weekend pastry chefs often encounter fast-paced environments with condensed schedules, as a large volume of pastries must be prepared in a short timeframe for weekend service. Balancing quality and efficiency is crucial, so strong organizational skills and preparation are key. Collaborating closely with the kitchen team and maintaining clear communication helps ensure that production runs smoothly and any issues are addressed promptly. Adapting to fluctuating customer demand and being prepared for last-minute changes are also important aspects of the role.

How many hours does a weekend pastry chef work a day?

A weekend pastry chef typically works between 4 to 8 hours per day, often during morning or afternoon shifts to prepare baked goods for the weekend. The exact hours depend on the bakery's schedule and workload, and some may work longer shifts during busy periods or special events.

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Assistant Pastry Chef

Exmoor Country Club

Highland Park, IL • On-site

$21 - $23/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 5 days ago

Job description

The Club

Founded in 1896 as Illinois third golf club, Exmoor is a private, full-service country club, located in Highland Park, Illinois, 28 miles north of Chicago. With a championship golf course designed by Donald J. Ross, Exmoor continues to fulfill its original mission as a family club devoted to the game of golf, while offering a growing range of sports and social opportunities. Sports at Exmoor include golf, curling, tennis, swimming, ice skating, platform tennis, cross country skiing and the fastest growing sport in America pickleball. Members of all ages enjoy a year-round schedule of exciting social activities.

The Clubs mission is to provide the finest golf, sporting, and social experiences for its community of member families and their guests all year long.

Position Description:

Prepare all baked goods, including bread and pastries and desserts according to club’s standard recipes.

Responsibilities:

  • Assesses daily bakery needs with Pastry Chef and/or Executive Chef.
  • Schedules production of bread, rolls, biscuits and muffins to maintain a proper inventory of freshly baked goods.
  • Prepares all baked goods, puddings, gelatins, frozen desserts, stewed and baked fruits, pies, cakes, and other bakery items.
  • Prepares and serves items in accordance with established recipe and presentation standards.
  • Responsible for operating with budgeted food cost guidelines under supervision of Pastry Chef or Executive Chef.
  • Review bakery needs for special events in conjunction with the Pastry Chef and/or Executive Chef as they occur.
  • Informs management of any problems concerning food quality production.
  • Assists the Pastry Chef with daily quality control checks.
  • Assists Pastry Chef with equipment evaluations.
  • Reports all maintenance and/or repair needs to Pastry Chef or Executive Chef.
  • Supervises special pastry orders including decorated cakes.
  • Oversees pastry cart and buffet dessert table set-up and presentation.
  • Keeps walk-in organized.
  • Sets-up, maintains, cleans and breaks down pastry station.
  • Notifies Pastry Chef in advance of expected product shortages.
  • Properly stores all food, which must be covered, dated and rotated daily to ensure proper portion control and quality.
  • Attends kitchen employee and staff meetings.
  • Assists Pastry Chef in completion of other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

  • High School graduate or GED.
  • Certificate or diploma from a recognized bakery and pastry arts training program.
  • At least two years of experience as a commercial baker.

Note:


This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. Management reserves the right to change, rescind, add, or delete the functions of this position at any time. This position may require to work weekends and some holidays given the nature of the business.

All offers of employment are based upon satisfactory completion of background and drug screening results.

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