Experienced Baker & Cake Decorator

Cambridge School of Culinary Arts; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits at a new café and bakery, where you can showcase your baking expertise! Join a dedicated team focused on quality and service, preparing exquisite pastries and desserts in a vibrant community space. This role offers the chance to work in a fast-paced environment, emphasizing creativity and attention to detail. If you have a passion for baking and a commitment to excellence, this position is perfect for you. Enjoy the satisfaction of delighting customers with your delicious creations while contributing to a friendly atmosphere that values quality and community.

Benefits

Employee Discounts

Opportunities for Professional Development

Competitive Salary

Qualifications

• 3+ years of baking/pastry industry experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of baking techniques and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, bake, and decorate a variety of pastries and desserts.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace adhering to health regulations.

Skills

Baking Techniques

Piping Skills

Inventory Management

Quality Control

Education

Pastry/Culinary Certificate

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Ovens

Baking Equipment

Job description

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CSCA Café is a new and exciting café and bakery that will highlight exceptional coffee, exquisite pastries and a friendly atmosphere. We pride ourselves on providing top-notch service, the highest quality products, showcasing the work of CSCA’s Professional students and creating a community space where customers can relax and enjoy their favorite beverages, baked goodies and other retail products.

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced baker to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for preparing, baking, decorating and finishing a variety of pastries and desserts. The candidate should demonstrate excellent piping skills. This role requires a commitment to maintaining high standards of product quality and cleanliness in a fast-paced environment. Experience with laminated doughs such as croissants is desired.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Preparation: Measure and mix ingredients accurately to prepare doughs, batters, and other baking mixtures, creams and frostings according to established recipes
• Baking: Operate ovens and baking equipment to bake products to specifications, adjusting temperatures and times as necessary
• Decorating: Create visually appealing desserts by decorating them with frostings, creams, and other edible items such as chocolate
• Quality Control: Monitor and ensure the quality and consistency of baked goods, making adjustments to recipes or processes as needed
• Inventory Management: Track and manage inventory of ingredients and supplies, ordering and restocking as needed to maintain production levels
• Cleaning and Sanitation: Maintain a clean and organized workspace, including regular cleaning of baking equipment and adherence to health and safety regulations
• Packaging: Package finished products appropriately for sale or distribution, ensuring presentation meets company standards
• Record Keeping: Document ingredient usage, inventory levels, and any issues or adjustments made during the baking process
  
  

QUALIFICATIONS

• 3+ Years of Baking/Pastry Industry Experience Preferred
• Pastry/Culinary Certificate, Diploma or Degree is Preferred
• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent is required
• Proven experience as a baker, preferably in a similar role
• Strong knowledge of baking techniques and equipment
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Physical stamina to handle long hours and perform manual tasks
• Ability to work effectively during nighttime hours, starting in the evening and finishing early in the morning
• Food Safe Handling Certified
  
  

COMPENSATION

• $22 - $25/hr. commensurate with Experience and Educational Background
  
  

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• This job operates in a retail/restaurant, commercial kitchenenvironment
  
  

POSITION TYPE AND EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

• This is an Hourly, Part Time Position
• Typical shifts will be early mornings 3-5 days a week and 1 – 2 full days, based on business needs
• Schedule based on operating hours and business needs
  
  

BENEFITS:

• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Opportunities for professional development
  
  

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• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Internet Publishing

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