What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head Pastry Chef position at Kneaders?
**FULL OR PART-TIME POSITIONS AVAILABLE**
**MUST HAVE MORNING/DAYTIME AVAILABILITY**
- Work-Life balance - all Kneaders Bakery & Cafe locations are closed every Sunday & are closed on Thanksgiving Day & Christmas every year
- Health benefits to support health & wellness for full-time employees (we also offer pet insurance for your 4-legged family members)
- Career growth opportunities - Restaurant leadership, retail management, specialization in the art of pastry & bread baking... Kneaders has many career development paths available
- Competitive hourly wage
If this sparks your interest, read below to learn about the person Kneaders is currently looking for.
Kneaders Bakery & Cafe is currently looking for a talented full-time Head Pastry Chef who is as passionate about food quality, customer service, community & as we are! In the role of Pastry Chef, you will have the opportunity to lead a dynamic team who will offer a unique menu selection of more than 40 fresh baked pastries, pies, cakes, & muffins all made with honest, whole ingredients.
A successful Pastry Chef at Kneaders Bakery & Cafe must possess:
- Proven track record of demonstrating super-hero abilities in the kitchen from following recipes to paying close attention to details to create one-of-a-kind pastries & baked goods. Lifting large amounts of dough, flour, and other supplies all weighing 50 lbs. or more
- Requires continuous standing and walking throughout the shift, with limited opportunities for sitting. Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation is required
- The ability to work through change & be able to be flexible all while keeping a close eye on what's cooking!
- A love of rising before the sun comes up - all Pastry Chef shifts start as early as 4am (and sometimes earlier!) throughout the year. You need to be an early bird!
A successful Pastry Chef at Kneaders Bakery & Cafe need to be qualified with:
- 1 years of large-scale baking/pastry experience, with experience in working quickly to decorate amazing pastries
- Leadership experience - either in a retail or food capacity
- Attentiveness to compliance with local, state, & federal regulations for food handler & sanitation standards
- Experience with inventory/ordering
- Formal culinary education is a bonus!
Must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for the role of Pastry Chef at Kneaders Bakery & Cafe.
If this person is YOU, start your journey today & complete your application!
Benefits:
Employee Discounts, Job TrainingSalary : $15 - $17