Assistant Pastry Chef

Job Summary

Kneaders Bakery & Cafe is currently looking for a talented Pastry Chef who is as passionate about food quality, customer service, and community as we are! As a Pastry Chef you will have the opportunity to be part of a dynamic team offering a unique menu selection of more than 40 fresh‑baked pastries, pies, cakes, and muffins all made with honest, whole ingredients.

• MUST HAVE MORNING/DAYTIME AVAILABILITY
• Work‑Life balance – all Kneaders Bakery & Cafe locations are closed every Sunday & on Thanksgiving Day and Christmas each year.
• Free meal provided during each shift worked; generous food & retail discounts provided.
• Health benefits for full‑time employees to support health & wellness (pet insurance for your 4‑legged family members offered).
• Career growth opportunities – Restaurant leadership, retail management, specialization in the art of pastry & bread baking.
• Hourly wage plus the opportunity to earn tips on each shift.

• Proven track record of demonstrating super‑hero abilities in the kitchen: follow recipes, pay close attention to detail to create one‑of‑a‑kind pastries & baked goods.
• Lifting large amounts of dough, flour, and other supplies all weighing 50 lbs. or more & ability to stand, lift, and mix – everyday tasks for our Pastry Chefs.
• Ability to work through change & be flexible while keeping a close eye on what’s cooking.
• A love of rising before the sun – all Pastry Chef shifts start early; you need to be an early‑bird.

• 1+ years of large‑scale baking/pastry experience; preferred to work quickly to decorate amazing pastries.
• Attentiveness to compliance with local, state, & federal regulations for food handler & sanitation standards.
• Formal baking/pastry education is a bonus; not a requirement.

Must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for the role of Pastry Chef
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If this person is you, start your journey today and complete your application!