What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pastry Chef / Cake Decorator position at Blue Eyed Baker?
Description:
Join our vibrant team at Blue Eyed Baker, All Day Cafe! We are seeking an experienced Pastry Chef who is passionate about crafting high-quality pastries and providing a delightful experience to our customers. As a key member of our team, you will specialize in the art of croissant lamination, macaron production, and the creation of a variety of baked goods including scones, cookies, and muffins. This role also involves leading educational pastry classes, managing order flows, and overseeing inventory to ensure excellence in our daily operations.
Responsibilities:
- Masterfully perform macaron production and cake decorating, maintaining high standards for flavor and presentation.
- Produce a wide range of bakery items, including scones, cookies, muffins, and other pastries, ensuring consistent quality.
- Assist in general pastry and bread production, contributing to daily bakery operations.
- Collaborate with the kitchen team to innovate and expand our pastry offerings.
- Uphold sanitation and safety standards in all kitchen areas.
- Potentially develop and lead baking classes, sharing knowledge and techniques with both customers and staff.
Qualifications:
- Experience in professional pastry or baking experience, with a focus on macarons, cake decorating, and general pastry/bread production preferred.
- Strong cake decorating skills, including buttercream work, with an eye for detail and presentation.
- Experience in a high-volume bakery or pastry kitchen is preferred.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage inventory.
- Passion for teaching and sharing knowledge, with experience leading pastry classes or training staff preferred.
- Understanding of food safety and sanitation regulations, ensuring a clean and safe kitchen environment.
- Ability to work early mornings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
- Team-oriented mindset, with strong communication and leadership skills.
- Mission Statement: We are dedicated to crafting exceptional, innovative baked goods with natural, locally sourced ingredients. Our commitment to quality and integrity drives us to exceed customer expectations consistently. We value teamwork and foster a positive work environment.
- Vision Statement: To establish our brand as the premier bakery in Western New York, solidify our presence in our new location, and expand into additional markets across the region.
- Company Values:
- Excellence: We are dedicated to crafting the highest quality products.
- Service: Our commitment to outstanding customer service sets us apart.
- Community: We create a welcoming atmosphere, turning our space into a community hub.
- Leadership: We lead with positivity and resilience, inspiring our team to achieve greatness.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $19.64 - $20.78 per hour
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Every weekend
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
Ability to Relocate:
- East Aurora, NY 14052: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $21