Pastry Assistant

Pastry Sous Chef / Pastry Lead Family-Owned | Daytime Hours | Creative Growth Opportunity The Corner Pantry is a high-volume café and full-service catering company seeking a talented, driven Pastry Professional to lead and grow our pastry program. We are a family-owned and operated business with a fast-paced café, brunch, Grab & Go, and catering operation focused on quality, consistency, and creativity. If you are passionate about scratch baking, organization, and producing exceptional pastries in a high-volume environment, we'd love to meet you.

Schedule:

Monday-Friday 7 AM-4 PM Saturday Brunch 8 AM-3 PM Early morning shifts required (as early as 5 AM) Sundays always off

Responsibilities:

Execute daily pastry production for café, Grab & Go, and catering Prepare baked goods, pastries, desserts, and specialty items with consistency and attention to detail Assist with seasonal menu development and new product creation Maintain production schedules and pars for multiple business channels Ensure quality control, organization, cleanliness, and food safety standards Manage prep efficiency in a fast-paced environment Support BOH team and leadership with production planning

Ideal Candidate:

Minimum 3 years pastry or baking experience required Professional kitchen or bakery experience preferred Strong knowledge of baking techniques, pastry fundamentals, and production systems Experience with high-volume prep and scratch baking Creative, organized, and detail-oriented Able to work independently while supporting a larger team Comfortable with early mornings and physically demanding shifts Catering or brunch experience is a major plus

Physical Requirements:

Lift up to 50 lbs Stand for extended periods Bend, reach, and move quickly with urgency

Perks:

Competitive pay Daytime hours Sundays off Staff meal plan Staff discount Growth opportunities within the company Optional benefits for long-term employees How to

Apply:

Please submit your resume, availability, and relevant experience for consideration. If you're passionate about pastry, thrive in a fast-paced kitchen, and want to be part of a strong, growing team — apply today and grow with TCP.

Pay:

$23.82 - $28.68 per hour

Work Location:

In person