Catering Pastry Decorator and Baker
Catering by Michaels
Job Description
Job Description
Join Our Pastry Team at Catering by Michaels!
Are you a passionate pastry professional ready to take the next step in your career? Elevate your craft with Catering by Michaels , one of Chicago's premier catering and event companies for over 30 years.
Why Work With Us?Scratch Kitchen - We take pride in everything we craft, ensuring top-tier quality and creativity. Our Pastry Department creates all of our desserts in house with love and attention to detail.
Sustainability Leadership - The only caterer in North America certified by both Green Restaurant and Green Seal , committed to sustainable practices.
Prestigious Events - We've catered for Lollapalooza, the NFL Draft, The Black Creativity Gala, LIV GOLF, The Columbian Ball, and more.
Renowned Venues - Preferred caterer at many of Chicago's historic and iconic locations.
We don't just serve food-we create extraordinary culinary experiences. Join our team and be part of something bigger!
Position: Pastry Decorator and Baker (Morton Grove, IL)Reports To: Executive Pastry Chef, Pastry Sous Chef
Your Role:Hand-decorate cookies and pastries with precision and creativity.
Work with chocolate, piping, and fine pastry techniques to elevate our desserts.
Prepare pastries according to recipes and quality standards.
Operate mixers, ovens, scales, and other baking equipment.
Accurately scale, interpret, and troubleshoot recipes as needed with direction from Executive Pastry Chef.
Maintain the highest standards of sanitation, safety, and cleanliness in all pastry areas.
Attend team meetings for training, development, and updates .
Support events and holiday productions as needed.
1-3 years of professional baking experience in a high-quality kitchen.
Strong hand-decorating and piping skills (interview may include a piping exercise).
Open availability to accommodate business scheduling needs.
Excellent time management and multitasking skills.
Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment where flexibility is key.
Lift and carry 50 lbs regularly, up to 100 lbs occasionally .
Stand for extended periods ( up to 4 hours at a time).
Work in extreme temperatures (cold storage at 30°ree;F, kitchens above 100°ree;F).
Ability to bend, kneel, reach, and squat frequently .
Strong sense of taste and smell for quality control.
If you're passionate about pastry arts and want to be part of a high-energy, innovative, and award-winning team, we'd love to hear from you! Apply today and take your pastry career to the next level with Catering by Michaels.
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