Head Pastry Chef

Kneaders • St. George, UT

2d • Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• Must have morning/daytime availability.
• 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.
• Ability to work through change & be able to be flexible all while keeping a close eye on what's cooking!
• Must be an early bird; all Pastry Chef shifts start as early as 4am (and sometimes earlier!) throughout the year.
• 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.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Nice To Haves

• Formal culinary education is a bonus!

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Demonstrate super-hero abilities in the kitchen from following recipes to paying close attention to details to create one-of-a-kind pastries & baked goods.
• Lift large amounts of dough, flour, and other supplies all weighing 50 lbs. or more.
• Perform continuous standing and walking throughout the shift, with limited opportunities for sitting.
• Work through change & be able to be flexible all while keeping a close eye on what's cooking!
• Ensure compliance with local, state, & federal regulations for food handler & sanitation standards.
• Manage inventory and ordering.

Benefits

• Health benefits to support health & wellness for full-time employees
• Pet insurance for your 4-legged family members
• Career growth opportunities - Restaurant leadership, retail management, specialization in the art of pastry & bread baking...
• Competitive hourly wage

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed