Assistant Pastry Chef

Kneaders Bakery & Cafe is a well-established bakery and cafe chain known for its commitment to quality, community, and exceptional customer service. With multiple locations, Kneaders prides itself on providing a welcoming environment where customers can enjoy a wide selection of fresh, handcrafted pastries, breads, and other baked goods made from honest, whole ingredients. The company values work-life balance and demonstrates this by closing all locations every Sunday as well as on Thanksgiving and Christmas, allowing its team members to rest and spend time with their loved ones. In addition to fostering a positive work culture, Kneaders offers its employees a variety of benefits including health insurance options for full-time workers and even pet insurance for their beloved four-legged family members. The bakery encourages career growth, providing many development paths such as restaurant leadership, retail management, and specialization in pastry and bread baking. Employees enjoy competitive hourly wages along with the opportunity to earn tips on each shift, as well as generous food and retail discounts and a free meal during each shift worked.

The company is currently hiring for the role of Pastry Chef, an exciting opportunity for culinary professionals who are passionate about baking and creating high-quality products. As a Pastry Chef at Kneaders Bakery & Cafe, you will be responsible for producing a unique menu selection of over 40 fresh baked pastries, pies, cakes, and muffins. Success in this role requires a combination of technical baking skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment. Pastry Chefs must be comfortable handling heavy doughs and ingredients weighing 50 pounds or more and be able to stand, lift, and mix throughout their shifts. The role also demands flexibility and adaptability as kitchen conditions and production needs can change rapidly. Because the position starts early in the morning, candidates must have morning or daytime availability and be early risers ready to start their shifts before sunrise. This full-time position offers a competitive hourly wage plus tips, generous benefits, and the chance to grow your career within a supportive company that values dedication and craftsmanship. If you are someone who loves baking, works well in a dynamic team setting, and wants to advance your career in a respected bakery environment, Kneaders Bakery & Cafe is eager to welcome you to their team.