PASTRY ASSISTANT

Palm Palm; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

A new dining establishment in Pittsburgh is seeking a passionate Pastry Assistant to contribute to a unique dessert program. This role emphasizes creativity and collaboration in a brand-new kitchen environment. The ideal candidate will assist in preparing and plating desserts, maintain cleanliness, and uphold food safety standards while being a key part of the guest experience. Opportunities for growth and a supportive team culture await those ready to bring their love for desserts to life.

Qualifications

• Experience in pastry or baking is a plus, but not required.
• Strong communication skills and focus under pressure.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and plating of desserts.
• Maintain par levels and communicate needs.
• Uphold food safety and sanitation standards.
• Collaborate closely with pastry chef and service team.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong work ethic

Love for desserts and hospitality

Calm under pressure

Creativity

Job description

Benefits

• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement

Now Hiring: Pastry Assistant

📍 New Restaurant Opening | Open Kitchen | Elevated Food in a Relaxed Space

We’re opening a kitchen that bakes with purpose, finishes with flair, and serves with heart—and we’re looking for a Pastry Assistant to help us bring our dessert program to life. If you’re passionate about pastry and looking for more than just another back‑of‑house job—this is it.

What Makes This Different

• Brand-new kitchen designed for creativity and collaboration
• A visible pastry station—you’re part of the guest experience from prep to plating
• A chance to help shape our dessert program from day one
• A menu rooted in seasonal ingredients, technique, and playful coastal flavors
• A culture that’s serious about quality—but never takes itself too seriously

What You’ll Do

• Assist in the preparation and plating of desserts with care, consistency, and creativity
• Maintain par levels, prep mise en place, and communicate needs with clarity
• Follow recipes and techniques with precision while being open to learning new ones
• Uphold food safety and sanitation standards throughout every step
• Keep your station clean, organized, and ready for service
• Collaborate closely with the pastry chef, line cooks, and service team
• Show up ready to work, ready to grow, and ready to sweeten the guest experience

What You Bring

• Experience in pastry or baking is a plus, but not required—we’re happy to train the right fit
• Attention to detail, strong work ethic, and a love for desserts and hospitality
• Calm and focused under pressure, with solid communication skills
• A flexible schedule that includes evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Curiosity, creativity, and a desire to be part of something special

Pay & Perks

• Competitive hourly wage (based on experience)
• Staff dining discounts
• Flexible scheduling & clear opportunities for growth
• Be part of a team where your contributions matter
• Work in a space designed to inspire—from the pastry pass to the playlist