Assistant Pastry Chef

Kneaders; Henderson (AL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-Life balance

Free meal during each shift

Health benefits

Career growth opportunities

Tips on each shift

Job summary

Kneaders Bakery & Cafe is seeking a talented Pastry Chef to join a dynamic team focused on quality, service, and community. The role offers an extensive menu of more than 40 fresh baked pastries, pies, cakes, and muffins made with honest, whole ingredients.

Qualified candidates will have 1+ years in large-scale baking, a passion for food quality, and a strong customer service mindset. Early morning shifts are required, with a focus on accurate recipe execution and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of large-scale baking/pastry experience.
• Attention to compliance with local, state, & federal food handling standards.
• Formal baking/pastry education is a bonus; not required.

Responsibilities

• Be part of a dynamic team offering a menu of more than 40 pastries, pies, cakes & muffins.
• Ensure food quality and customer service align with Kneaders standards.
• Support early-morning production and pastry decoration as shifts begin before sunrise.

Skills

Early morning availability

Pastry passion

Customer service oriented

Baking/pastry skills

Education

Food baking education (bonus)

Job description

PART-TIME POSITION AVAILABLE

MUST HAVE EARLY MORNING AVAILABILITY

• Work-Life balance - all Kneaders Bakery & Cafe locations are closed every Sunday & are closed on Thanksgiving Day & Christmas every year.
• Free meal provided during each shift worked as well as generous food & retail discounts provided too.
• Health benefits For full- time employees to support health & wellness (we also offer pet insurance for your 4-legged family members).
• Career growth opportunities - Restaurant leadership, retail management, specialization in the art of pastry & bread baking Kneaders has many career development paths available.
• Hourly wage plus the opportunity to earn tips on each shift

If this sparks your interest, read below to learn about the person Kneaders is currently looking for.

Kneaders Bakery & Cafe is currently looking for a talented Pastry Chef who is as passionate about food quality, customer service, community & as we are! In the role of Pastry Chef, you will have the opportunity to be part of a dynamic team who will offer a unique menu selection of more than 40 fresh baked pastries, pies, cakes, & muffins all made with honest, whole ingredients.

A successful Pastry Chef at Kneaders Bakery & Cafe must possess:

• Proven track record of demonstrating super-hero abilities in the kitchen from following recipes to paying close attention to details to create one-of-a-kind pastries & baked goods. Lifting large amounts of dough, flour, and other supplies all weighing 50 lbs or more.
• Requires continuous standing and walking throughout the shift, with limited opportunities for sitting. Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation is required
• The ability to work through change & be able to be flexible all while keeping a close eye on what's cooking!
• A love of rising before the sun comes up - all Pastry Chef shifts start at EARLY. You need to be an early bird!

A successful Pastry Chef at Kneaders Bakery & Cafe need to be qualified with:

• 1+ years of large- scale baking/pastry experience with experience in working quickly to decorate amazing pastries (this is preferred, not required!)
• Attentiveness to compliance with local, state, & federal regulations for food handler & sanitation standards.
• Formal baking/pastry education is a bonus; however, it is not a requirement for this position.

Must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for the role of Pastry Chef at Kneaders Bakery & Cafe.