Assistant Pastry Chef

Overview
We are seeking a talented and passionate Assistant Pastry Chef to join our culinary team. The ideal candidate will have a background in baking and pastry preparation, with a keen eye for detail and creativity. This role involves crafting high-quality pastries, desserts, and baked goods while ensuring adherence to food safety standards. The Pastry Cook will play a vital role in delivering exceptional culinary experiences to our customers.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and bake a variety of pastries, cakes, and desserts according to established recipes and standards.
• Decorate cakes and pastries with artistic flair, ensuring visual appeal and quality.
• Package finished products, maintaining freshness and presentation.
• Assist in food production and preparation processes, collaborating with the kitchen team to meet demand.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the pastry station, adhering to food safety guidelines.
• Ensure that all equipment is santized.
• Assist with Catering function preparation.
• Monitor inventory levels of ingredients and supplies, assisting with ordering as needed.
• Delivering products to restaurants.
• Provide excellent customer service by engaging with patrons about pastry offerings and accommodating special requests.
• Uphold high standards of food handling practices throughout all stages of production.
• Record keeping relating to deliveries, inventory, and production levels

Requirements

• Basic baking skills & knowledge within the food industry; culinary school training is a plus.
• Cake decorating, baking techniques, and food preparation is a plus.
• Familiarity with food safety regulations and best practices for handling ingredients.
• Attention to detail in all aspects of food production.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment while maintaining quality standards.
• Prior experience in catering or restaurant settings is desirable, but not necessary.
• Strong communication skills with a focus on customer service excellence.
• A passion for creating delicious pastries and desserts that delight customers.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person