Assistant Pastry Chef

Workstream; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Employee discount

Growth and education opportunities

Job summary

The herb box in Scottsdale, AZ is seeking a Pastry Assistant to support the pastry team under the Pastry Sous Chef. You will contribute to the production of all desserts and baked goods, ensuring quality and consistency in a fast-paced kitchen.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years in a high-volume pastry environment, strong organizational skills, and flexibility for early mornings and weekends. Opportunities for growth and potential advancement to salaried roles exist within the department.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of professional pastry experience in a high-volume environment.
• Culinary degree or relevant certification is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong baking knowledge and equipment operation.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Willingness to work early mornings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Pastry Sous Chef in daily preparation and production of all dessert items, baked goods, and confectioneries.
• Follow recipes, scaling, measuring, and mixing ingredients for production runs.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in pastry area and proper storage of ingredients.
• Monitor inventory levels and communicate needs to Pastry Sous Chef.
• Ensure consistency and quality in finished products.
• Operate and maintain kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
• Uphold health, safety, and sanitation regulations.
• Assist in training and mentoring new or seasonal staff.

Job description

Pastry Assistant Position Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Pastry Assistant to join our growing pastry team. This role is integral to the efficient and consistent production of all baked goods and desserts, working directly under the Pastry Sous Chef. The ideal candidate is passionate about pastry arts, possesses strong organizational skills, and thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen environment. This position offers significant opportunities for professional growth within the department and the company, with potential for salaried position upon department and company growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Pastry Sous Chef in the daily preparation and production of all dessert items, baked goods, and confectioneries for multiple companies within the organization.
• Accurately follow recipes, scaling, measuring, and mixing ingredients for production runs.
• Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and organization in the pastry section, including proper storage and rotation of ingredients.
• Monitor inventory levels for ingredients and supplies, communicating needs to the Pastry Sous Chef.
• Ensure consistency and quality in all finished products.
• Operate and maintain all kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
• Uphold all health, safety, and sanitation regulations.
• Assist in training and mentoring new or seasonal staff as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-2 years of professional experience in a high-volume pastry or bakery environment preferred.
• Culinary degree or relevant certification is a plus.
• Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong knowledge of baking techniques, ingredient function, and equipment operation.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Flexibility to work early mornings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Must possess an active food handlers certification.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance options available after 1 year of full time work.
• Employee discount.
• Opportunities for continued growth, education and skills development.

*ALL APPLICANTS MUST PERFORM A WORKING INTERVIEW WITH PASTRY SOUS CHEF BEFORE POTENTIAL OF HIRE*

The herb box is your prime destination for locally sourced food with the freshest, seasonally inspired ingredients and traditional recipes. With two locations in Scottsdale, AZ, our eatery is proud to provide quality service, delicious food, and a warm, comfortable atmosphere. Our goal is to ensure you have a memorable dining experience with your family and friends.
There’s no place like home. So, yours or ours? We offer on-site and off-site event services that are personalized to fit any style. Our catering options and private dining spaces allow for you and your guests to experience the perfect event. Whether it be for an intimate gathering or a large party, we have the space, the design, the service and the cuisine to create a memorable affair.
Start planning your event today at one of our three private dining spaces at Shea Blvd & 5th Avenue Old Town Locations. Have a larger event in mind? Ask us about our 5,000 sq ft patio at Shea and our buy-out options! We look forward to throwing an unforgettable party for you & your guests. Extraordinary cuisine, impeccable service, and beautiful spaces.