Pastry Prep Cook

16 On Center • Chicago, IL

8d • $20 - $24

About The Position

As a Pastry Prep Cook at Good Ambler, you will play an integral role in producing a variety of baked goods, including laminated breakfast pastries, quick breads, cookies, cakes, jams, custards, and quiches. This position is based at our new Good Ambler location opening in the 2 N Riverside building. It is ideal for someone with professional kitchen experience or pastry school training who is looking to expand their skills in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Requirements

• At least one year of pastry experience in a professional kitchen or completion of pastry school
• Must have or be willing to obtain a food handler’s certification
• Reliable and able to commit to at least four shifts per week with early morning start times (4 AM)
• Able to work efficiently while maintaining a clean and organized workspace
• Able to prioritize tasks
• Comfortable working independently while also being a supportive team member
• Open to feedback and eager to develop new skills
• Able to meet the physical demands of the role, including standing/walking for up to 10 hours, lifting up to 50 lbs, and performing repetitive tasks such as scooping dough, spreading batters, and piping fillings
• Comfortable working in an environment with potential allergens, including peanuts, tree nuts, wheat, eggs, and dairy

Responsibilities

• Baking off croissants and breakfast pastries each morning
• Producing cookies, cakes, jams, custards, and other dessert components
• Preparing and serving items from our cafe and grab-and-go menus
• Maintaining a clean and organized workspace, including dishwashing, trash removal, sweeping, mopping, and scrubbing
• Collaborating with team and stepping in where needed to ensure smooth operations

Benefits

• Paid leave and paid sick leave in accordance with Chicago requirements.
• Health insurance with employer contribution, plus voluntary dental, vision, life, short term disability, accident, and hospital coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match, once eligibility requirements are met.
• Dining discounts at 16 On Center properties and complimentary or discounted tickets to shows at 16 On Center venues, including Salt Shed, Thalia Hall, SPACE, and Empty Bottle, subject to availability.
• Transit benefits through a pre-tax payroll deduction program

What This Job Offers

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