Pastry Kitchen Assistant

Position: Pastry Kitchen Assistant

Department: Kitchen-Pastry

Supervisor: Executive Pastry Chef and Assistant Pastry Chef

Supervises: None

Summary of Responsibilities: 

The Pastry Kitchen Assistant will support our busy pastry production team. This is a hands-on, physically active role focused on the foundational work required to keep our kitchen running smoothly. This position is ideal for someone with basic kitchen experience, a strong work ethic, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. 

At Fiddler's Elbow, our mission is not only to, "Enhance the lives of our Members & Guests with WOW moments they can't live without," but to also enhance and enrich the lives of our Fiddler's Family members.

Essential Functions:

• Complete prep work assigned by Pastry Chef and the Assistant Pastry Chef.
• Assist with bulk scaling of dry ingredients, baking of cookies, and prepping raw materials for the baking team.
• Wash large mixing bowls, utensils, and machinery as needed; maintain a spotless and sanitized workstation.
• Sweep, mop, take out heavy trash and recycle, and ensure the kitchen meets health and safety standards.
• Organize storage areas, and rotate stock using First-In, First-Out (FIFO) methods.
• Maintain professional appearance and proper cleanliness standards.

• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor. 

Required Education/Experience:

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States of America
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must have a reliable form of transportation

• Some basic kitchen experience is required (e.g., dishwashing, general labor, material handling, or food prep).
• Ability to follow instructions carefully, work quickly, and maintain a high standard of cleanliness.
• Reliability to work 25–30 hours per week, including [e.g., early mornings, weekends, or specific days].
• Punctual, detail-oriented, and able to work well as part of a fast-moving team.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to stand for full shifts, bend, reach, and safely lift up to [e.g., 50 lbs.] repeatedly.

• Utilization of both hands and arms 
• Constant walking and moving, frequently bend, stoop, climb, squat and lift 

Working Conditions:

• Conditions in the kitchen are sometimes hot, cold or humid
• Various working conditions; indoors and outdoors 
• Outdoor weather conditions may include; extreme heat and/or humidity, rain, storms, snow and other conditions 

Classification: 

• FLSA Non-exempt
• Part Time

Why join the Fiddler’s Family?

Benefits for ALL staff members:     

• Competitive pay     

• 2 days off per week (weather dependent)       

• Career advancement opportunities within our Club Development and Continuing Education      

• Golf, Paddle/Tennis, and Fitness Privileges     

• Paid Sick Leave     

• PLUM Benefits      

• Annual Summer and Holiday staff events      

• 401(k) Plan, eligibility after 1 year of employment      

Benefits for Full Time Staff Members also include:      

• Comprehensive healthcare, dental and vision package      

• Flexible Spending & Dependent Care Accounts      

• Paid Time Off (Vacation and Holiday)      

• Life insurance