Assistant Pastry Chef

Kneaders Bakery and Cafe; Henderson (NV); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,444,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meal during each shift

Food & retail discounts

Health benefits (full-time)

Pet insurance

Career growth opportunities

Hourly wage + tips

Closed Sundays

Job summary

Kneaders Bakery & Cafe in Henderson, NV is seeking a talented Pastry Chef who is passionate about food quality, customer service, and community. You will contribute to a dynamic team and offer a menu of over 40 fresh pastries, pies, cakes, and muffins made from honest, whole ingredients.

Successful candidates will have pastry experience, an eye for detail, and the ability to work early morning shifts. Kneaders emphasizes career growth, friendly shop culture, and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Proven ability in large-scale baking/pastry operations; ability to lift 50 lb+ supplies.
• Compliance with local, state, and federal food safety regulations.
• Formal baking/pastry education is a bonus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a wide range of pastries and baked goods with high quality and consistency.
• Follow recipes and maintain strict attention to detail to ensure product quality.
• Stand and walk for extended periods with minimal sitting; support efficient kitchen operations.

Skills

Early mornings

Attention to detail

Customer service

Stamina

Job description

• 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

• 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

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.