Kitchen Crew / Cashier

Poughkeepsie Galleria; City of Poughkeepsie (NY); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Poughkeepsiegalleriamall is seeking a friendly Kitchen Crew Member and Cashier to join our bustling French bakery in Poughkeepsie, NY. You will prepare pastries, cakes, and baked goods while delivering attentive service at the register, ensuring accuracy and a warm guest experience.

This paid role emphasizes food safety, high-volume production, and teamwork. If you love cooking, decorating, and helping guests, apply to grow your culinary skills in a lively bakery environment that values quality

Qualifications

• Experience in food production or bakery preferred.
• Strong knife skills and familiarity with kitchen equipment used in baking and pastry work.
• Knowledge of food safety standards and proper food handling procedures.
• Experience in high-volume settings requiring quick turnaround times without compromising quality.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a variety of baked goods including pastries, cakes, breads, and French specialties following established recipes and standards.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
• Package baked items with care to ensure freshness and presentation quality.
• Decorate cakes and pastries with piping bags, fondant, and other decorating tools.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace by adhering to food safety practices and sanitation procedures.
• Assist customers at the register with friendly service, processing transactions accurately and efficiently.
• Handle food safely by following proper food handling protocols and ensuring compliance with health regulations.
• Support high-volume production during busy hours while maintaining consistency in product quality.
• Restock ingredients and supplies as needed to keep the kitchen fully equipped for daily operations.

Skills

Customer service

Knife skills

Food safety

Inventory management

Job description

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Join our vibrant French bakery team as a Kitchen Crew Member and Cashier, where your energy and culinary passion will bring authentic baked goods and exceptional customer service to life! In this dynamic role, you’ll be at the heart of our bustling bakery, preparing delicious pastries, cakes, and baked treats while providing friendly, attentive service to our valued customers. Your enthusiasm for food production and commitment to cleanliness will help create a warm, inviting atmosphere that keeps guests coming back. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your culinary skills in a fast-paced, high-volume environment dedicated to quality and authenticity.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a variety of baked goods including pastries, cakes, bread, and other French specialties following established recipes and standards
• Operate kitchen equipment such as mixers, ovens, knives, and pastry tools safely and efficiently
• Package baked items with care to ensure freshness and presentation quality
• Decorate cakes and pastries with precision using piping bags, fondant, and other decorating tools
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace by adhering to food safety management practices and sanitation procedures
• Assist customers at the register with friendly service, processing transactions accurately and efficiently
• Handle food safely by following proper food handling protocols and ensuring compliance with health regulations
• Support high-volume production during busy hours while maintaining consistency in product quality
• Restock ingredients and supplies as needed to keep the kitchen fully equipped for daily operations

Experience

• Previous experience in food production or bakery environments is highly preferred, especially with pastry preparation or cake decorating
• Strong knife skills and familiarity with operating kitchen equipment used in baking and pastry work
• Knowledge of food safety standards and food handling procedures within the food industry
• Experience working in high-volume settings that require quick turnaround times without compromising quality
• Excellent customer service skills with the ability to engage positively with guests at the cashier station
• Basic math skills for measuring ingredients accurately and managing inventory levels
• Culinary experience involving baking, cooking, or pastry arts is a plus but not mandatory; enthusiasm for learning is essential

Join us in creating delightful French baked goods while delivering exceptional service! We’re dedicated to fostering a lively environment where your culinary talents can flourish. This paid role is perfect for passionate individuals eager to grow their skills in a vibrant bakery setting.