Pastry Cook

Pastry Cook

Breads Bakery is seeking a highly motivated, experienced individual to join our pastry & viennoiserie team. Breads Bakery is a New York bakery dedicated to producing handmade breads and pastries using traditional baking techniques and providing our guests with an unforgettable experience. We value the community established through our team members, guests and city- this is at the core of our work. Responsibilities & Expectations:

• Assist our team in all aspects of production including but not limited to scaling, mixing, sheeting, proofing, baking, and so on.
• Commit to creating consistent, high quality products- communicating to your managers when there are concerns that these expectations are not met.
• Ensure proper inventory and quality are maintained- recognizing that every day presents varying needs and adjusting workflow to meet these needs.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and aesthetically pleasing space in accordance with operations and sanitation guidelines.
• Follow tasks as instructed by managers and supervisors, ensuring responsibilities are met and, when possible, exceeded.
• Recognize the importance of professionalism and respect and exemplify this in interactions with vendors and coworkers alike.
• Foster a positive work environment and commitment to Breads Bakery's values.

Skills & Requirements:

• Individuals must have prior experience in the culinary field, professional experience in pastries, viennoiserie and confectioneries or related fields is preferred.
• Formal education in culinary arts or pastry, preferred but not required.
• Ability to work quickly and efficiently in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment.
• Remarkable communication and interpersonal skills, strong problem-solving aptitude, and ability to multitask.
• Capacity to excel on a team or work independently.
• Ability to work holidays and weekends.
• Ability to safely and successfully perform essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards / requirements including meeting and qualitative or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain reasonably regular, punctual and regular attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards / requirements.
• Compliance with all personnel policies and practices.
• Must be 18 years of age or older and authorized to work in the US.

Shifts Needed:

• Shifts are scheduled 5 AM - 1:30 PM and 6 AM - 2:30 PM
• The position opening is full time (>30 hours per week)
• Weekend and holiday availability required

Compensation & Benefits:

• $19.00 - $23.00 per hour (Estimated ranges based on experience)
• Insurance: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance with 35-75% employer contribution (available to full time team members following waiting period)
• Paid time off package
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer contribution
• Access to commuter benefits, flexible spending accounts (FSA), financial wellness programs, mental health and fitness benefits, store discounts, and PLUM benefits
• 50-75% store discount

Required Skills:

• Attention to Detail
• Commitment to Quality and Consistency in Product Creation.
• Time Management
• Adaptability to Varying Daily Needs and Workflow Adjustments.
• Adaptability to Changing Needs
• Attention to Detail in Maintaining Inventory and Quality.
• Team Collaboration
• Understanding of Operations and Sanitation Guidelines.