Pastry Chef

We are looking for a hard-working, fermentation-loving Baker to prepare sourdough bread, croissants, danishes, and a few other less time-intensive pastries. Baker responsibilities include opening the bakery early in the morning, mixing dough, preparing fillings, baking bread/pastries, and keeping your work area clean. Some knowledge of and experience with fermentation and lamination is a huge plus. Ultimately, you will make sure we offer fresh and delicious baked goods to our customers on a daily basis. You'll be working as part of a small team in a small space with a great work environment. We take great pride in the quality of our work!

This is a full-time position (see details below)

Responsibilities

• Open the bakery early in the morning (4am start. Five 8 hour shifts per week. Working at least one weekend day, and often both, are required)
• Clean kitchen equipment and tools before use
• Weigh flour and other ingredients to prepare dough
• Bake bread, croissants, and other pastries
• Mix various ingredients to create fillings (e.g. chocolate ganache, caramel sauce and fruits)
• Laminate & shape dough to prepare different types of pastries
• Fill in daily fermentation data
• Keep work area clean
• Communicate any issues to Manager or Owner

Skills

• Experience as a Baker, Pastry Chef or similar role
• Familiarity with all professional kitchen equipment, including mixers, proofing cabinets, and ovens
• Understanding of food safety practices
• Excellent time-management skills
• Ability to remain calm and focused in a fast-paced environment
• Team spirit, with a customer-focused attitude
• Flexibility to work in early morning shifts
• Certification from a culinary school is a plus
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs