Pastry Cook: Cakes, Desserts & Decorating

etta; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Aya Pastry in West Town, Chicago, is seeking a pastry production team member to craft breads, cakes, and pastries for wholesale and retail. You will follow recipes daily, help maintain kitchen cleanliness, and assist with deliveries as needed.

Requirements include 2+ years pastry production, ability to lift 50 pounds, Illinois food handler's certificate, flexible holidays, and cake decorating skills; a great attitude and eagerness to learn are a must.

Qualifications

• 2+ years pastry production experience.
• Illinois food handler's certificate and high cleanliness standards.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Flexible schedule including holidays.
• Positive attitude, eagerness to learn, passion for pastry.
• Cake decorating skill.

Responsibilities

• Produce all desserts daily: plated desserts, cakes, pastries.
• Follow recipes precisely to ensure consistency and quality.
• Help maintain kitchen cleanliness and organization.
• Check ingredients quality and pars daily.
• Fulfill delivery orders from sous/executive pastry chef.
• Perform delivery check-ins for accuracy and quality.
• Attend outside events as needed.

Skills

Cake Decorating

Food Safety

Heavy Lifting

Flexible Schedule

Attention to Detail

Team Attitude

Job description

Aya Pastry in West Town, Chicago, is seeking a pastry production team member to craft breads, cakes, and pastries for wholesale and retail. You will follow recipes daily, help maintain kitchen cleanliness, and assist with deliveries as needed.

Requirements include 2+ years pastry production, ability to lift 50 pounds, Illinois food handler's certificate, flexible holidays, and cake decorating skills; a great attitude and eagerness to learn are a must.