What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pastry Cook position at Cacao Chemistry?
Pastry Cook / Chocolate Production Assistant
Cacao Chemistry is looking for an entry-level Pastry Cook / Chocolate Production Assistant to join our kitchen team.
This is a hands-on production role helping with chocolate bark, bars, confections, pastry prep, packaging, cleaning, and kitchen organization.
You might be a good fit if you are reliable, detail-oriented, organized, able to communicate clearly, and able to follow recipes and procedures accurately. We value direct yet respectful feedback and a team environment where people can ask questions, learn, and respond well to direction.
At least 1 year of professional experience in baking, pastry, chocolate, café, restaurant, or food production is required.
This position begins with a 60-day introductory training period to ensure the role is a good fit for both parties. During that time, we’ll look at reliability, pace, attention to detail, communication, recipe accuracy, and team fit.
You’ll help with:
- Chocolate and confection production
- Pastry prep and components
- Packaging, labeling, and organizing product
- Cleaning, dishes, and kitchen upkeep
- Following recipes, prep lists, and food safety procedures
- Working at least one retail/store shift every other week so kitchen staff stay familiar with the customer experience, product presentation, and what we’re actually selling
This position requires standing for extended periods, moving safely in a working production kitchen, and lifting up to 50 lbs.
Schedule: 18–30 hours per week, typically Tuesday–Friday daytime production shifts, with at least one retail/store shift every other week
Pay: $16.50–$19.50 per hour, based on relevant professional experience. Most entry-level candidates will start between $16.50 and $17.50.
Benefits include:
- Paid training
- 20% employee discount
- Free parking
- Paid sick leave
- Colorado FAMLI benefits
- Retirement savings options
- Opportunities to grow in pastry and chocolate production
Please apply with your résumé and a short note about why you want to work with chocolate.
Pay: $16.50 - $19.50 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $20