Pastry Cook

About Maria Isabel

Maria Isabel is an upcoming Mexican restaurant grounded in heritage, craft, and community. Our cooking is rooted in the regional traditions of Mexico—shaped by memory, seasonality, and place—while expressing them through the lens of Northern California’s extraordinary produce and purveyors. The food is soulful and generous, built on time-honored techniques, vibrant flavors, and a deep respect for origin.

Our approach to hospitality mirrors our philosophy in the kitchen: warm, human, and intentional. We believe restaurants are built by people first, and that meaningful work happens when a team grows together—sharing knowledge, responsibility, and pride in the experience we create for our guests.

Maria Isabel is scheduled to open in February, and we are currently assembling our founding team. This is an opportunity to help shape a restaurant from the ground up—its culture, its standards, and its voice—alongside a leadership team committed to mentorship, inclusivity, and long-term growth.

Our Values

Integrity | Humility | Team Spirit | Empathy | Focus ] Dynamicism

Pastry Cook

Candidates must be motivated to further their knowledge in food, wine and hospitality. Experience is not required but a passion to learn and an ambition to grow is a must. We offer personalized structured career development plans for individuals seeking to grow their careers in hospitality.

The Opportunity

• Operate and manage the pastry section of a kitchen, working together with the other chefs
• Prepare a variety of baked goods
• Consistent Schedule
• Decorate and present pastries and baked goods in a tasteful and beautiful way
• Monitor and order ingredients, supplies and equipment
• Meet with customers to discuss custom-made desserts or baked goods for special occasions
• Ensure the bakery section of the kitchen adheres to health and safety regulations
• Identify staffing needs, help to recruit new personnel and train them
• Develop new seasonal recipes and menus and keep up with the latest trends
• Training staff to support pastry and bread operations

What We Offer

• Personalized structured career development plan and advancement opportunities
• A supportive, growth-oriented environment with structured professional development
• A culture rooted in craftsmanship, collaboration, and respect
• Consistent scheduling with 2 days off in a row
• Family meal everyday you work
• Generous dining in discounts and retail-cost wine
• 401K matching after 6 months of employment
• Paid sick days
• Subsidized Health, Vision & Dental insurance

Maria Isabel’s Commitment to Equity & Inclusion

Maria Isabel is an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. We believe that diverse perspectives strengthen our team, enrich our hospitality, and deepen our connection to the community we serve.