Creative Pastry Baker
Full Time • Epicure River Oaks
Benefits:
- Bonus based on performance
- Employee discounts
- Opportunity for advancement
- Training & development
Why work for Culinary Khancepts?
At Culinary Khancepts, we are driven by a commitment to delivering unforgettable guest experiences through exceptional hospitality, top-quality food and beverages, and impeccable presentation. We foster a fun, dynamic, and positive work environment where both our team members and guests can thrive. As we continue to innovate and elevate the culinary and beverage scene, we offer our employees the opportunity to grow alongside a company that values creativity, excellence, and forward-thinking hospitality.
Job Overview:
We are seeking a passionate and skilled Cafe Baker to join our team and bring warmth, tradition, and artisanal flair to our kitchen. Epicure Cafe is built around a legacy of time-honored family recipes passed down through generations, and we’re looking for someone who values the authenticity and craft behind every loaf, pastry, and pie.
As a pastry baker, you’ll prepare a variety of baked goods daily using cherished recipes and bring your touch of creativity - focusing on custom themes and designs for cookies and treats. If you love combining the art of tradition with imaginative design, you’ll feel right at home here.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare a daily selection of baked goods, including bread, cakes, pies, pastries, and cookies based on our collection of old family recipes.
- Accurately follow recipe instructions, maintaining the integrity of flavor, texture, and presentation.
- Design and decorate cookies with precision and creativity, using seasonal, holiday, and custom café themes.
- Develop fresh ideas for themed baked goods, displays, and packaging that align with our brand and customer preferences.
- Collaborate with the cafe owner to adapt traditional recipes for modern techniques or dietary preferences when appropriate (e.g., gluten-free, vegan).
- Manage the baking schedule to ensure fresh goods are available each morning.
- Monitor ingredient levels and assist with inventory management, placing orders as needed.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the bakery station and comply with health and safety regulations.
- Occasionally assist in customer engagement by sharing the stories behind our signature bakes and decorated goods.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience as a baker, pastry chef, or similar role (minimum 2 years preferred)
- Candidate must be proficient in both English and Spanish
- Skilled in cookie decorating, piping, icing techniques, and edible design work.
- A deep appreciation for traditional baking techniques and handcrafted goods.
- Familiarity with using or adapting heirloom/family recipes.
- Strong attention to detail, especially in taste, presentation, and creativity.
- Ability to work early mornings and manage baking schedules independently.
- Comfortable working in a small, collaborative team environment.
- Culinary school certification is a plus but not required—true passion and skill matter most.
Bonus Points If You:
- Have experience baking from generational family recipes of your own.
- Have a portfolio of custom cookies or themed dessert work.
- Bring fresh ideas for seasonal displays, custom orders, or event treats.
- Love experimenting with vintage baking tools or techniques.
Benefits/Perks
- Competitive Pay
- Flexible Schedules
- Growth Opportunities
- Pharmacy & Restaurant Discounts
- Available discounts, rewards, and perks on thousands of personal purchases such as entertainment, gym memberships, electronics and travel.
- Free movies at Star Cinema Grill
- Potential for Medical, Dental & Vision benefits
- 401K Retirement Savings Program
- Employee Referral Program
Compensation: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour
At Culinary Khancepts, we strive to provide a dynamic and rewarding place to work and recognize our Team Members are our most valuable ingredient. We believe that everyone contributes directly to the company’s growth and success.
Culinary Khancepts is a Houston, TX based hospitality organization founded in 2016 and is comprised of the following concepts:
Star Cinema Grill, a dine-in-theater concept that offers our guests first run film releases, an extensive menu, and a full-service bar with a wide selection of beer, wine, and spirits.
State Fare Kitchen & Bar, a full-service restaurant that offers a unique menu with local favorites that are as bold and diverse as the state of Texas.
Liberty Kitchen & Oysterette, a full-service restaurant that is one of Houston’s hidden gems offering the freshest coastal ingredients along with Texas beef, sushi and freshly made pastas.
The Audrey Restaurant & Bar / Reel Luxury Cinemas, a stylish modern restaurant serving contemporary American cuisine. sharing space with a one-of-a-kind luxury, dine-in movie theater.
The Audrey Restaurant & Bar: Instagram | Facebook
Reel Luxury Cinemas: Instagram | Facebook
Leo’s River Oaks Restaurant / The River Oaks Theater – Coming Soon!
Leo's River Oaks Restaurant Facebook
The River Oaks Theater Instagram | Facebook
Hollywood Palms Cinema, The best theater in the Chicago area!
Our goal is "To provide every guest with an unforgettable dining experience through unmatched hospitality and the highest quality food and beverages.”
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Growth Opportunities
At Culinary Khancepts, we strive to provide a dynamic and rewarding place to work and recognize our Team Members are our most valuable ingredient. We believe that everyone contributes directly to the company’s growth and success. As a rapidly growing organization, we are always looking for Team Members who have a passion for what we do and want to grow along with us!
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, short tern disability, life insurance, industry-Leading paid time off, pet insurance and 401k (coming soon!) are available to our salaried Leadership Team Members as well as full-time Hourly Team Members.
20% off prescriptions, prescription deliveries as well as virtual doctor’s visits through our company owned and operated River Oaks Pharmacy.
Perks
FREE MOVIES! (All you can watch for you and three friends or family members) at any of our dine-in theater concepts.
Complementary and discounted food and beverage items.
Performance-Based Financial Rewards for salaried Leadership Team Members and hourly Team Members
Discounts to literally hundreds of goods and services through our discount portal for all team members