Bread Team

Tiny Boxwoods Productions; Bellaire (TX); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

A bakery specializing in pastries is seeking a Pastry Cook to prepare cookie doughs and fresh pastries. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of experience in pastry, a Texas Food Handlers Certificate, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced kitchen environment. Responsibilities include following recipes, operating commercial baking equipment, and maintaining a clean workspace. This role requires clear communication skills and the capacity to work as part of a team in a demanding bakery setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years experience in pastry.
• Stage requirement.
• Flexible availability in scheduling.
• Capacity to multitask.
• Ability to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and produce cookie doughs and pastries.
• Follow traditional and modern recipes.
• Inspect food products for consistency and quality.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work station.
• Adhere to sanitation and safety regulations.

Skills

Baking and pastries knowledge

Ability to follow recipes

Knowledge of mixing methods

Commercial baking equipment operation

Basic knife skills

Attention to detail

Clear communication skills

Education

Texas Food Handlers Certificate

Job description

Position Description

Pastry Cook – Bread Team

Reports To

Bakery Manager(s)/Executive Pastry Chef

Classification

Non-Exempt, hourly pay

Job Purpose

Tiny's Bakery Pastry Cooks prepare and produce our cookie doughs, fresh pastries, and prepped savory items that support Tiny's Milk & Cookies and our restaurants. Pastry Cooks care deeply about our culture and will provide a key role in contributing to our guest's satisfaction. Pastry Cooks assist in the preparation and production of the daily pastries to the specifications and standards set by the Executive Pastry Chef in a fast, quick‑paced and hot environment.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Must be passionate about baking and pastries.
• Must be able to follow traditional and modern recipes.
• Knowledge in preparation and baking of dough, cookies, scones, and other pastries.
• Knowledge of mixing methods including creaming, whipping and folding.
• Knowledge in a specialty including and not limited to cinnamon roll forming, bread loafs, laminations, etc.
• Knowledge of finishing methods and techniques.
• Ability to operate commercial baking equipment including ovens, mixers, conveyors, and proofing cabinets.
• Ability to accurately measure baking ingredients for production using scales or graduated containers.
• Basic knife skills including chopping, cutting and dicing.
• Handles and stores completed products.
• Understanding of basic pastry kitchen terminology.
• Inspect food products for consistency and quality.
• Assist with the set up of banquet functions, outlet orders and breakfast production.
• Great attention to detail and problem solving skills.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing tasks effectively and quickly.
• Must adhere to sanitation, safety and food regulations.
• Maintains a clean and sanitary work station with proper mise in place.
• Must maintain a neat, clean and well‑groomed appearance, meeting the Pressed and Tailored standard.
• Must be able to speak, read, write and understand English.
• Clear communication both verbal and written.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Qualifications

• Texas Food Handlers Certificate
• Minimum two years experience in pastry
• Stage requirement
• Flexible availability in scheduling
• Capacity to multitask
• Ability to work as part of a team

Working Conditions

The incumbent will be working in a bakery setting specifically, in the kitchen and dish area. The incumbent will be regularly exposed to cold temperatures while working in coolers and freezers. Potential hazards include but are not limited to cuts, slipping, tripping, falls and burns. Frequent hand washing is required.

Physical Requirements

The incumbent is required to stand/walk for long periods of time. The incumbent is regularly required to talk, hear, kneel, push, pull, with occasional ascending or descending ladders, stairs and ramps. This position is very active and requires the ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs. and can constantly move around in the kitchen.