Bakery Prep Cook & Pastry Specialist

maman | 57th street; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare options

Commuter benefits

In-store discounts

Professional development

Job summary

maman is seeking a Prep Cook/Baker to prepare high-quality pastries and café items, supporting daily bakery and counter operations. You will ensure consistency, food safety, and efficient workflow while collaborating with the back-of-house team.

The ideal candidate has pastry experience, strong knife skills, and a passion for hospitality. This full-time role offers a fast-paced environment, growth opportunities, and in-store perks.

Qualifications

• Prior prep cook or BOH kitchen experience in a fast-paced cafe or bakery.
• Familiar with pastry preparation and basic baking techniques.
• Ability to follow recipes, portion guidelines, and SOPs.
• Strong time management and multitasking abilities.
• Passion for hospitality and delivering high-quality product.

Responsibilities

• Prepare pastries and menu items per maman recipes with proper portions.
• Perform daily prep tasks with accuracy and efficiency.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of workstation per safety standards.
• Support kitchen operations and assist with deliveries as needed.
• Collaborate with BOH team to ensure brand quality and consistency.

Skills

Prep cook experience

Pastry prep

Knife skills

Follow recipes

Time management

Hospitality mindset

Job description

maman is seeking a Prep Cook/Baker to prepare high-quality pastries and café items, supporting daily bakery and counter operations. You will ensure consistency, food safety, and efficient workflow while collaborating with the back-of-house team.

The ideal candidate has pastry experience, strong knife skills, and a passion for hospitality. This full-time role offers a fast-paced environment, growth opportunities, and in-store perks.