Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $19.00 - $32.50
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Benefit plan options for full-time team members
Extremely competitive pay
flexible schedules
Huge opportunities for advancement within an innovative and growing brand
Employee Referral Program
Paid training
closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas
Strong company culture of respect and teamwork

Job Description

Buck & Rider is a distinguished seafood eatery and oyster bar located in Phoenix, known for its vibrant atmosphere, youthful energy, and commitment to fresh, locally sourced ingredients. The restaurant specializes in a seafood-centric menu, featuring a raw bar that offers the freshest catches delivered daily from Sky Harbor Airport through their dedicated distribution network serving multiple locations including Arcadia, North Scottsdale, and Gilbert. Buck & Rider has earned acclaim for its clean recipe lineup of food and drinks, emphasizing high-quality, fresh products that appeal to a diverse clientele. With a strong culture of respect and teamwork, Buck & Rider fosters an inclusive environment where innovation and growth are encouraged for all team members.

The role of Pastry Chef at Buck & Rider is a prominent position within this celebrated establishment, offering an exciting opportunity for culinary professionals passionate about dessert and baked goods craftsmanship. As a Pastry Chef, you will be responsible for leading the creation, execution, and presentation of an exceptional range of desserts, breads, pastries, and specialty baked items, maintaining the high standards that Buck & Rider is known for. This position demands a creative, detail-oriented leader who thrives in a fast-paced, polished kitchen environment and can deliver consistency and excellence every service. The Pastry Chef will work closely with executive chefs and culinary leadership to develop seasonal menu changes, special event offerings, and innovative dessert concepts that align with the restaurant's brand and guest expectations.

Beyond the artistry of baking, this role requires strong leadership qualities, including mentoring and training pastry team members to ensure quality and efficiency across all shifts. The ideal candidate is adept at managing inventory, ordering, and food cost controls while maintaining stringent standards for cleanliness, food safety, and sanitation in the pastry area. Flexibility, excellent communication, and the ability to adapt under pressure are key traits for success. Benefits of this role include competitive pay, flexible schedules, paid training, and robust opportunities for professional growth within an expanding and innovative brand. Additionally, the restaurant is closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas, reflecting its family-oriented values. Joining Buck & Rider means becoming part of one of Phoenix's most acclaimed seafood restaurants and contributing to a dynamic team dedicated to culinary excellence and exceptional guest experiences.

Job Requirements

  • 1+ years of pastry experience in a high-volume, upscale restaurant
  • leadership experience preferred
  • strong technical knowledge of pastry, bread, dessert, and dough production
  • excellent organizational, multitasking, and time-management skills
  • ability to train, motivate, and lead a pastry team in a fast-paced environment
  • creative mindset with strong attention to detail and presentation
  • team-oriented attitude with excellent communication skills
  • ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs when needed
  • must possess or be able to obtain a valid Food Handlers Card
  • flexible availability including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays

Job Qualifications

  • 1+ years of pastry experience in a high-volume, upscale restaurant
  • leadership experience preferred
  • strong technical knowledge of pastry, bread, dessert, and dough production
  • excellent organizational, multitasking, and time-management skills
  • ability to train, motivate, and lead a pastry team in a fast-paced environment
  • creative mindset with strong attention to detail and presentation
  • team-oriented attitude with excellent communication skills
  • ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs when needed
  • must possess or be able to obtain a valid Food Handlers Card
  • flexible availability including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays

Job Duties

  • Design and execute dessert, pastry, and bread offerings that align with Buck & Rider's culinary standards and guest experience
  • lead daily production of breads, doughs, desserts, pastries, and specialty baked goods for high-volume service
  • maintain consistency and precision in recipes, presentation, quality, and portion standards
  • train, mentor, and support pastry team members to ensure excellence across all shifts
  • collaborate with executive chefs and culinary leadership on seasonal menu updates, features, and special events
  • manage pastry inventory, ordering, prep levels, and food cost controls
  • maintain high standards of cleanliness, organization, food safety, and sanitation throughout pastry and prep areas
  • adapt quickly to the pace and demands of a high-volume, polished kitchen environment
  • work collaboratively with kitchen leadership and service teams to ensure smooth operations and exceptional execution

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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