Junior Pastry Chef: Learn & Create in Busy DC Bakery

PrimeForge Manufacturing; Washington; On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

PrimeForge Manufacturing in Washington is seeking a Junior Pastry Chef to assist the Head Pastry Chef in preparing a variety of pastries, cakes, and desserts for customers. This role offers hands-on learning in a busy bakery environment and the chance to develop classic baking skills.

The ideal candidate will follow recipes, maintain clean stations, monitor inventory, and contribute new dessert ideas while upholding food safety standards. Diploma or culinary arts degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience as a pastry chef or assistant pastry chef.
• Knowledge of pastries, cakes and desserts.
• Strong understanding of food safety regulations.
• Ability to follow recipes accurately.
• Excellent time management.
• Creativity in menu design.
• Strong communication skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Diploma or degree in culinary arts or relevant field.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Pastry Chef in preparing and baking various pastries, cakes, and desserts.
• Follow recipes and instructions accurately to ensure consistency in taste and presentation.
• Monitor inventory levels of ingredients and notify management when supplies need to be replenished.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of workstations, equipment, and tools.
• Communicate effectively with other team members to ensure smooth operations.
• Contribute new ideas for menu items based on seasonal availability of ingredients.
• Adhere to food safety standards at all times.

Skills

Pastry experience

Baking skills

Time management

Creativity

Attention to detail

Communication

Food safety

Education

Culinary arts degree

Job description

PrimeForge Manufacturing in Washington is seeking a Junior Pastry Chef to assist the Head Pastry Chef in preparing a variety of pastries, cakes, and desserts for customers. This role offers hands-on learning in a busy bakery environment and the chance to develop classic baking skills.

The ideal candidate will follow recipes, maintain clean stations, monitor inventory, and contribute new dessert ideas while upholding food safety standards. Diploma or culinary arts degree is preferred.