Assistant Pastry Chef

Harper Associates Llc; Birmingham (MI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly cash tips

Overtime potential

Job summary

Harper Associates Llc is seeking a Pastry Cook / Pastry Chef who is passionate about baking and eager to grow skills within a close-knit team. The role offers early morning shifts and compensation with hourly pay plus weekly tips.

Overtime may be available based on workload and production needs. The candidate should bring genuine interest in artisan pastry, reliability, and the ability to follow recipes and schedules while maintaining a clean, efficient work area and collaborating with fellow

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in artisan baking and pastry production.
• Dependable, responsible, and self-motivated.
• Able to follow recipes, instructions, and production schedules.
• Strong time-management and communication skills.
• Weekend and holiday availability.
• Previous bakery or pastry experience preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Stocking and maintaining the pastry showcase.
• Accurately weighing and measuring ingredients.
• Following recipes and production schedules.
• Working efficiently within established production timelines.
• Communicating with bakers and management to ensure production needs are met.
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and sanitary workspace.
• Completing all required cleaning checklists.

Skills

Pastry skills

Time management

Teamwork

Communication

Stamina for standing

Job description

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with Pastry Cook / Pastry Chef experience who is passionate about baking, enjoys working with a close-knit team, and wants to continue developing their skills.

Schedule & Compensation

• Primary shifts: 4:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
• Flexible availability, including weekends and holidays, is required
• $25-$28 per hour, based on experience
• Weekly cash tips in addition to base pay
• Potential for Overtime

Responsibilities

• Stocking and maintaining the pastry showcase
• Accurately weighing and measuring ingredients
• Following recipes and production schedules
• Working efficiently within established production timelines
• Communicating with bakers and management to ensure production needs are met
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and sanitary workspace
• Completing all required cleaning checklists

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in artisan baking and pastry production
• Dependable, responsible, and self-motivated
• Able to follow recipes, instructions, and production schedules
• Strong time-management and communication skills
• Comfortable working as part of a team
• Able to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds
• Weekend and holiday availability
• Previous bakery or pastry experience preferred, but not required