We are looking for a passionate pastry assistant with a strong work ethic that also has the desire to learn and grow in a dynamic culinary environment. As a pastry assistant, you will be responsible for collaborating with the head pastry chef on seasonal menus, preparing and executing pastries for a la carte dining as well as a variety of confectionary displays for multiple scheduled events and special requests. Pastry assistants are expected to be able to work quickly and efficiently while also following proper food industry regulations.
- Prepare and execute a high volume of pastries including but not limited to cakes, cookies, pies, ice creams, and petit fours
- Efficiently use time management to complete daily tasks
- Communicate effectively with the head pastry chef as well as the executive chef
- Maintain a clean and safe work space
- Report any issues to management within the kitchen
- Daily organization and rotation of products
- Maintain a positive attitude and work along with other associates
- Other duties as assigned
- At least 1 year of education in baking and pastry
- Preferred at least 1 year of experience
- Basic piping skills
- Strong passion for pastry arts and a desire to learn and grow in the field
- Attention to detail and ability to follow recipes and instructions accurately to the business standard
- Ability to follow direction from management
- Maintain personal hygiene standards
- Ability to work well with others (kitchen staff, wait staff, etc.)and communicate effectively
- Availability to work early mornings
- Flexibility to work long shifts or overtime when needed
- Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
- Ideally early mornings (4am/5am start)
- Finish shift in early afternoon
Holidays and overtime as needed by employer
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Salary
USD 17 - 20 /hourly
Hourly based
Location
NJ , United States Linwood, NJ, United States
NJ , United States Linwood, NJ, United States
