Pastry Team Lead

Address 6100 Luther Lane, Dallas, TX, 75225, US

Compensation $17.00 - $19.00/hour

Our bakeries are lively and bustling with genuinely friendly people who have the “hospitality gene.” They understand the importance of what they do every day and are empowered to make days better. Their connections to our guests and to each other are what separates Susie Cakes from other bakeries.

• Free non-slip shoes (annually!)
• Birthday month PTO with complimentary cake
• Company holidays off (Thanksgiving, December 25th-27th, and New Year’s Day)
• Vacation, 401k, FSA
• Pet rescue reimbursement and pet insurance
• Flexible return to work schedule for maternity leave

Prepare all Susie Cakes product offerings, custom and specialty cakes as guests’ request. Maintain the Susie Cakes quality standards in the creation of each product. Ensure daily production is completed and product inventory levels are met. Perform duties as assigned.

• Lead team to mix, bake, build, decorate, and inscribe products in an efficient manner (as applicable)
• Assign daily production to team members and ensure its completion
• Ensure all food is prepared, handled and stored according to all required food safety code standards
• Assist in checking in/processing of guest order as needed to support daily and future business
• Operate and maintain bakery equipment including, but not limited to, mixers, ovens, sheeters, three-compartment sink/dishwasher, grease traps, etc.
• Ensure accuracy of orders and product quality standards, i.e. taste and esthetic
• Monitor and maintain product inventory levels minimizing waste and/or overproduction
• Perform opening and closing shifts as scheduled
• Perform dishwasher duties as needed
• Assist and train culinary team members as directed by General Manager
• Assist guest service team with guests as needed

• Demonstrates a commitment to driving sales
• Demonstrates high ethical standards and personal integrity with guests, products, and all team members

• Two years of previous culinary experience, pastry experience strongly preferred
• Must be able to safely utilize all bakery equipment
• Ability to work in cross functional roles as needed (front-of house & back-of-house)
• Ability to adapt to a flexible schedule according to business needs
• Must have reliable transportation

• Frequent walking, kneeling, bending, and reaching overhead
• Able to stand for extended periods of time
• Must be able to lift, move and carry up to 50 pounds

• Culinary degree preferred
• High school diploma or GED

• Must be able to speak, read, and write English for safety purposes

• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays, as needed