Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Exact $45,000.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Supportive and inclusive workplace culture
Opportunities for advancement
Job Description
New Pioneer Co-op is a well-established, community-focused cooperative known for its commitment to quality, sustainability, and local sourcing. As a cooperative, it values its members, employees, and customers, striving to create a welcoming environment that supports local farmers and producers while providing exceptional food products to the community. Located in North Liberty, New Pioneer Co-op operates various departments, including a dedicated Pastry Department that is integral to the co-op's food service operations. This department is responsible for producing a wide range of high-quality pastry items that cater to diverse customer preferences and uphold the cooperative's standards of excellence and sustainability.Show More
Job Requirements
- Must be available for a flexible schedule including early mornings evenings weekends and holidays on a regular basis
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs repeatedly and stand for extended periods
- Manual dexterity with kitchen tools and ability to safely operate hazardous equipment
- Minimum 5 years of bakery pastry or food service experience
- Associate degree in Culinary Arts or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred
- Proven leadership skills with experience supervising or mentoring team members
- Comfort working in a fast-paced team-oriented environment with shifting priorities
Job Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of bakery pastry or food service experience
- Associate degree in Culinary Arts or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred
- Proven leadership skills with experience supervising or mentoring team members
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Manual dexterity with kitchen tools and ability to safely operate hazardous equipment
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs repeatedly and stand for extended periods
- Comfort working in a fast-paced team-oriented environment with shifting priorities
Job Duties
- Lead and supervise the pastry department team ensuring clear delegation of tasks and responsibilities among staff
- Develop and manage weekly staff schedules based on production needs employee availability and operational demands
- Provide day-to-day directions and coaching to team members with varying levels of skill and experience
- Foster a respectful supportive work environment that values team contributions and encourages professional growth
- Provide feedback and training to staff to improve performance and efficiency
- Participate in hiring onboarding and performance reviews in collaboration with the Unit Lead and HR
- Serve as a point of contact for conflict resolution and personnel concerns within the department
- Ensure all pastry products are produced efficiently consistently and to high-quality standards
- Prepare daily and weekly prep lists assign and oversee tasks to meet production deadlines
- Accurately scale recipes and measure ingredients by weight and volume
- Complete complex and specialized prep tasks including from-scratch production and decorating wedding cakes and special orders
- Review and adjust production schedules based on sales data loss trends and seasonal needs
- Place accurate vendor orders and maintain par levels to meet production goals while minimizing waste
- Analyze sales trends and collaborate with team to adjust menu items accordingly
- Contribute to new product development and enhancements based on customer feedback and current pastry trends
- Maintain proficiency with Microsoft 365 and internal systems used for inventory communication and production planning
- Ensure consistent adherence to New Pioneer Co-op and Health Department sanitation and safety standards
- Oversee and participate in scheduled cleaning duties and equipment maintenance
- Maintain cleanliness and organization in workstations ovens walk-ins and prep areas
- Identify and report equipment repair or replacement needs in a timely manner
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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