Pastry and Baking Chef

Ivy Cafe; Clayton (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Ivy Cafe in Clayton, MO is seeking a Pastry & Baking Chef to craft delightful pastries and breads for daily production.

You will bake a variety of pastries, maintain quality and presentation, collaborate on new recipes and seasonal items, and ensure a clean, organized kitchen while managing inventory with the team.

Join a small, community-minded café that values creativity, precision, and a strong work ethic, with opportunities to grow your craft.

Qualifications

• 1 year of pastry and baking experience.
• Creative flair and attention to detail to make each pastry a masterpiece.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to handle a fast-paced kitchen.
• Team-oriented attitude with excellent communication skills.
• Commitment to cleanliness and food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and baking a variety of pastries, breads, and desserts to meet daily production needs.
• Maintaining consistency in taste, quality, and presentation of all baked goods.
• Collaborating with the team to develop new recipes and seasonal menu items.
• Ensuring cleanliness and organization of the kitchen and baking equipment.
• Monitoring inventory and assisting with ordering supplies as needed.

Skills

Pastry & Baking

Teamwork

Communication

Food Safety

Job description

Join Our Team as a Pastry & Baking Chef at Ivy Cafe!

Are you passionate about the art of baking and creating delightful pastries? Ivy Cafe, nestled in the heart of Clayton, MO, is looking for a talented and dedicated Pastry & Baking Chef to join our team. If you have a knack for crafting delicious baked goods and a love for working in a welcoming, community-focused environment, we’d love to hear from you!

What You'll Be Doing

As our Pastry & Baking Chef, you'll play a key role in creating the high-quality baked goods and pastries that our customers know and love. Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing and baking a variety of pastries, breads, and desserts to meet daily production needs.
• Maintaining consistency in taste, quality, and presentation of all baked goods.
• Collaborating with the team to develop new recipes and seasonal menu items.
• Ensuring cleanliness and organization of the kitchen and baking equipment.
• Monitoring inventory and assisting with ordering supplies as needed.

What We're Looking For

To thrive in this role, you should bring:

• 1 year of experience in pastry and baking, with a strong foundation in techniques and recipes.
• A creative flair and a keen eye for detail, ensuring every pastry is a masterpiece.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• A team-oriented attitude with excellent communication skills.
• A commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and food safety.

Why Join Ivy Cafe?

At Ivy Cafe, we pride ourselves on creating a warm and inviting space where both our team and our customers feel at home. While we don’t offer additional benefits at this time, we provide a supportive and collaborative work environment where your skills and creativity can shine. Join a team that values quality, craftsmanship, and a shared passion for exceptional baked goods.