Baker + Paster Maker: Eastern Standard Kitchen and Drinks

Retail Bakers of America; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Dining discounts

401k

Job summary

Eastern Standard Kitchen and Drinks in Boston seeks an experienced Baker/Pasta Maker to join its Bakery and Pastry Department. You will craft breads and viennoiserie, manage mixing times, and help with pasta production for two concepts in a fast-paced, team-oriented kitchen.

The role requires pastry experience and values strong communication, reliability, and flexibility to daytime, evenings, and weekend shifts.

Qualifications

• Previous pastry experience is required.
• Pasta making experience is a plus.
• Ability to work in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication with co-workers.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, bake artisan breads, enriched rolls, and viennoiserie.
• Set time and speed controls for mixing or blending machines as instructed.
• Accurately measure flour and ingredients for batters, doughs, fillings, and pastry creams.
• Prepare garnishes for baked goods.
• Maintain stock and proper storage and refrigeration.
• Minimize waste by proper quantities and rotation.
• Clean, breakdown, and store baking equipment (ovens, mixers, proofer, floors, freezer, refrigerators).
• Assist in pasta production for Eastern Standard and Standard Italian.

Skills

Pastry experience

Pasta making

Team player

Attention to detail

Dependable

Punctual

Flexible schedule

Tools

Ovens

Mixers

Proofer

Job description

Baker/Pasta Maker: Eastern Standard Kitchen and Drinks

Overview of the Concepts:

The Bower plaza in the Fenway is home to three concepts from ES Hospitality - Eastern Standard, reopened after 15 years in Kenmore Square, Equal Measure, a craft cocktail bar, and Standard Italian, a modern Italian restaurant. These concepts, helmed by Garrett Harker, serve brunch, lunch, dinner, and late-night drinks to neighborhood visitors, BU students and faculty, residents, and restaurant industry professionals alike.

About the Position:

Eastern Standard is seeking an experienced baker to round out its Bakery and Pastry Department. Are you excited by fresh milled flour? Does thinking about fermentation keep you up at night? Are you versed in classic baking techniques? Do you have experience making fresh pasta? Do you thrive in a high volume, fast-paced environment? Can you communicate effectively and thoughtfully with fellow co-workers? If this sounds like you, we want to chat!

Responsibilities:

• Prepare, produce, and bake artisan breads, enriched rolls, and viennoiserie.

• Set time and speed controls for mixing machines, or blending machines, so that ingredients will be mixed or cooked according to instructions.

• Accurately measure or weigh flour or other ingredients to prepare batters, doughs, fillings, and pastry creams, using scales or graduated containers.

• Prepare garnishes as needed for baked goods.

• Maintain adequate supply of all prepared products on hand and ensure proper storage and refrigeration.

• Keeps food waste to a minimum by ordering and utilizing proper quantities and rotating products.

• Properly clean, break down, and store all baking equipment including: ovens, mixers, proofer, floors, freezer, and refrigerators.

• Assist in pasta production for both Eastern Standard and Standard Italian.

In order to be successful in this role you must:

• Thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced setting

• Work well in a team oriented environment

• Possess strong attention to detail and a positive attitude

• Be dependable and punctual to all shifts

• Have the ability to work daytime, evenings and weekends a must

• Previous pastry experience is required, pasta making experience is a plus

Compensation and Benefits:

$21-$23/hour; vacation and benefits available to full-time employees

We offer a competitive salary (based on experience), health/dental/vision insurance, paid time off plan, dining discounts, 401k and continuous development and learning opportunities.

Eastern Standard Hospitality considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. Eastern Standard Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer.