Pastry Baker / Viennoisier Montclair Bread Company Montclair, NJ Job Details Part-time | Full-time $20 - $25 an hour 1 hour ago Benefits Flexible schedule Qualifications Kitchen health and safety standards Pre-cooking preparation Guest relations Developing new product formulations Food service health code compliance Specialty dish recipe development Customer service Kitchen knives Safety regulations In-person customer service Attention to detail Packaging Industry trends Baking ingredient preparation Food mixing Decorating baked goods Full Job Description Overview We are seeking a passionate and talented Pastry Baker to join our dynamic culinary team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to craft exquisite baked goods, desserts, and pastries that delight our guests and elevate our culinary offerings. As a key member of our kitchen, you will bring creativity, precision, and enthusiasm to every project, ensuring exceptional quality and presentation. Your expertise will help us deliver memorable dining experiences through innovative pastry creations and outstanding customer service. Responsibilities Prepare, bake, and decorate a variety of pastries, desserts, and confections with attention to detail and artistic flair Oversee food production processes in accordance with food safety standards and kitchen protocols Assist in food preparation tasks such as measuring ingredients, mixing and laminating dough Maintain cleanliness and organization of the pastry station, adhering to food handling regulations at all times Collaborate with the culinary team to develop new recipes and seasonal pastry offerings that excite our guests

Qualifications NOTE:

This job requires extensive experience in dough lamination, baking of croissants and other pastries. We do not provide training in this area, experience is required. Do not apply to this job if you will need to be trained on how to make croissants. Proven pastry experience with a strong background in baking, dough mixing, recipe formulation, and dough lamination Demonstrated culinary experience in a restaurant or food industry setting with a focus on desserts or pastries Excellent knife skills, food handling techniques, and knowledge of food safety standards Strong skills in food production, catering support, and kitchen operations within a fast-paced environment Ability to deliver exceptional customer service by understanding guest preferences and providing personalized recommendations Experience with packaging baked goods for retail or event purposes is a plus Knowledge of culinary trends in the pastry world and a passion for creative baking Join us to bring your pastry artistry to life in an energetic environment where your skills will shine! We're dedicated to fostering growth, supporting innovation, and delivering delightful experiences through exceptional baked goods.

Pay:

$20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

Flexible schedule

Work Location:

In person