Assistant Pastry Chef

Kneaders Bakery & Cafe; Pleasant Grove (UT); On-site; USD 37,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meal during shift

Health benefits

Discounts on food & retail

Career growth opportunities

Hourly wage + tips

Job summary

Kneaders Bakery & Cafe in Utah is seeking a talented Pastry Chef who shares our passion for food quality, customer service and community. You will join a dynamic team creating a menu of more than 40 fresh pastries, pies, cakes and muffins made with honest, whole ingredients.

The ideal candidate has 1+ years in large-scale baking or pastry, attention to food safety, and a readiness for early morning shifts. We offer a supportive work-life balance, Sundays closed, and growth opportunities in

Qualifications

• 1+ years of large-scale baking/pastry experience with ability to decorate pastries.
• Attentiveness to compliance with local, state, and federal food handler & sanitation regulations.
• Formal baking/pastry education is a bonus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Follow recipes to maintain high pastry quality and consistency.
• Assist in early morning shifts and prep work with the team.
• Keep kitchen organized, clean, and compliant with safety standards.

Skills

Large-scale baking

Food safety

Quality focus

Early morning shifts

Team player

Education

Formal baking/pastry education

Job description

**FULL OR PART-TIME POSITIONS AVAILABLE**

**MUST HAVE MORNING/DAYTIME 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 & the ability to stand, lift, and mix is what our Pastry Chefs do every day.
• 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.