Assistant Pastry Chef

Kneaders Bakery & Cafe; Layton (UT); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meal during shifts

Generous food and retail discounts

Health benefits for full-time employees

Closed on Sundays and certain holidays

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Kneaders Bakery & Cafe in Layton, Utah is seeking a talented Pastry Chef to join their dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in baking, attention to detail, and the ability to work early morning shifts. Responsibilities include preparing a variety of fresh baked pastries and ensuring compliance with food safety standards. We offer career growth opportunities, health benefits, and a supportive work-life balance. Come be a part of our passionate culinary community!

Qualifications

• 1+ years of large-scale baking/pastry experience preferred.
• Compliance with local, state, and federal food handler regulations.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and bake a unique menu selection of pastries.
• Work efficiently to decorate and present baked goods.
• Ensure cleanliness and compliance with sanitation standards.

Skills

Baking Skills

Attention to Detail

Flexibility

Education

Formal baking/pastry education

Job description

Overview

FULL OR PART-TIME POSITIONS AVAILABLE. Shifts are typically 3am-10am.

• Work-Life balance – Kneaders Bakery & Cafe locations are closed every Sunday and are closed on Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day each year.
• Free meal provided during each shift worked as well as generous food and retail discounts.
• Health benefits for full-time employees to support health and wellness (pet insurance available for pets).
• Career growth opportunities – Restaurant leadership, retail management, specialization in pastry and 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, and 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 and baked goods. Lifting large amounts of dough, flour, and other supplies, each weighing 50 lbs. or more, and the ability to stand, lift, and mix is part of daily work.
• The ability to work through change and be flexible 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.

A successful Pastry Chef must be qualified with:

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

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

If this person is YOU, start your journey today and complete your application!