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Pastry Assistant Jobs in Arizona (NOW HIRING)

Prepare foods/pastries according to recipe guidelines and standards * Collaborate with a talented team of culinary professionals Requirements: * Minimum 2 years relevant/supervisory experience

Pastry Cook

Chandler, AZ · On-site

$19 - $24/hr

Prepare foods/pastries according to recipe guidelines and standards * Collaborate with a talented team of culinary professionals Requirements: * Minimum 2 years relevant/supervisory experience

Pastry Cook - Hilton Tucson El Conquistador

Tucson, AZ

$15 - $18.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Pastry Cook Reports To: Pastry Chef / Executive Chef Position Summary: The Pastry Cook is responsible for preparing high-quality pastry items, including breakfast pastries, desserts, breads, ice ...

Pastry Cook

Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

$20 - $24/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

Compensation $20.00 - $24.00 / hour Apply Today Hiring Immediately -Experienced Pastry Cook Walk-in to interview with a manager on Monday to Thursday between 1:00pm - 4:00pm. We are located at 7014 E ...

Baker/Pastry Team Member

Tempe, AZ

$15.75 - $20.50/hr

As a member of our pastry team, you will be responsible for preparing baked goods, syrups, jams and more at the direction of our Executive Pastry Chef. A commitment to customer satisfaction and a ...

Baker/Pastry Team Member

Tempe, AZ · On-site

$15.75 - $20.50/hr

As a member of our pastry team, you will be responsible for preparing baked goods, syrups, jams and more at the direction of our Executive Pastry Chef. A commitment to customer satisfaction and a ...

Pastry Cook/Baker

Peoria, AZ · On-site

$15.15 - $15.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

Compensation Range $15.15 - $15.25 / Hour Overview Pastry Cooks / Bakers - solid pay with room to grow! North Italia is offering: * Flexible scheduling * Hospitality training * Health benefits ...

Pastry Cook/Baker

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$15.15 - $15.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

Compensation Range $15.15 - $15.25 / Hour Overview Pastry Cooks / Bakers - solid pay with room to grow! North Italia is offering: * Flexible scheduling * Hospitality training * Health benefits ...

Pastry Cook/Baker

Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

$15.15 - $15.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

Pastry Cooks / Bakers - solid pay with room to grow! North Italia is offering: * Flexible scheduling * Hospitality training * Health benefits including medical, dental and vision (after 25 hours/week ...

Pastry Cook/Baker

Tempe, AZ · On-site

$15.15 - $15.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

Compensation Range $15.15 - $15.25 / Hour Overview Pastry Cooks / Bakers - solid pay with room to grow! North Italia is offering: * Flexible scheduling * Hospitality training * Health benefits ...

Pastry Cook/Baker

Gilbert, AZ · On-site

$15.15 - $15.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

Compensation Range $15.15 - $15.25 / Hour Overview Pastry Cooks / Bakers - solid pay with room to grow! North Italia is offering: * Flexible scheduling * Hospitality training * Health benefits ...

Pastry Cook/Baker

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$15.45 - $15.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

Compensation Range $15.45 - $15.50 / Hour Overview Pastry Cooks / Bakers - solid pay with room to grow! North Italia is offering: * Flexible scheduling * Hospitality training * Health benefits ...

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How much do pastry assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for pastry assistant in Arizona is $16.22, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.13 and $17.93 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a pastry assistant?

A Pastry Assistant helps pastry chefs with baking, decorating, and preparing ingredients for pastries, desserts, and other baked goods. They follow recipes, maintain kitchen cleanliness, and ensure ingredients are stocked. Their role is essential in maintaining efficiency in a bakery or pastry kitchen. Pastry Assistants may also assist in plating desserts and learning advanced pastry techniques from senior chefs.

What are some typical daily responsibilities for a pastry assistant?

As a Pastry Assistant, your everyday tasks often include preparing ingredients, assisting with mixing and baking, assembling desserts, and ensuring cleanliness in the kitchen area. You may set up workstations, help decorate pastries, monitor baking times, and package finished goods according to the chef's instructions. In many kitchens, Pastry Assistants also help with inventory management by tracking supplies and alerting the team when ingredients run low. Working closely with pastry chefs and other kitchen staff, you'll play a key role in maintaining efficiency and delivering delicious, visually appealing pastries to customers.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the pastry assistant position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Pastry Assistant, you need a solid understanding of baking techniques, attention to detail, and basic food safety knowledge, often acquired through culinary school or on-the-job training. Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment, proper handling of ingredients, and following standardized recipes is typical, while a food handler's certification is sometimes required. Strong teamwork, effective communication, and time management skills help you collaborate efficiently in a busy kitchen environment. These abilities are critical for consistently producing high-quality pastries, ensuring food safety, and supporting the smooth operation of the pastry team.

What skills do you need to be a pastry assistant?

A pastry assistant needs strong baking skills, attention to detail, and the ability to follow recipes precisely. Good time management, teamwork, and familiarity with kitchen safety and sanitation are also important for success in this role.

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Infographic showing various Pastry Assistant job openings in Arizona as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $33,730 per year, or $16.2 per hour.

064 - AJ's Fine Foods Pastry Chef - Central & Camelback

Bashas'

Phoenix, AZ • On-site

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 8 days ago


Bashas' rating

5.8

Company rating: 5.8 out of 10

Based on 48 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

72nd of 122 rated grocery stores


Job description

Position Purpose: The Pastry Chef will effectively assist in the operation of prepared foods and work with the Executive Chef to achieve sales and customer service goals established for the department. A Pastry Chef has a keen eye for Food Safety and Sanitation and will be able to help in stocking, production, and merchandising while offering unmatched customer service.

Responsibilities: A Pastry Chef is a responsible, friendly person who can safely work in a fast-paced environment and provide excellent customer service.

A Pastry Chef's responsibilities include:

  • Responsible for production, ordering, merchandising, achieving goals on sales and profits, controlling inventory and out of stocks, sanitation, shrink, supplies, equipment, and safety.
  • Assist with menu planning and development including creativity and experimentation with new trends and menu ideas and recipes to create AJ's exclusive pastries and expand the offerings in our Boulangeries.
  • Ensure compliance with heath department and weights and measures requirements.
  • Maintain open communication with all members of the kitchen and department manager.
  • Work with the Catering Director and Executive Chef on menu planning and facilitating the production of catering menus to ensure profitability, variety and AJ's quality standards.
  • Maintain a high degree of cleanliness throughout preparation area.
  • Must be able to correctly operate a cash register including proper cash handling and all forms of tender per company policy, e.g., cash, checks, credit cards ATM.
  • All other related duties as assigned 

Employees may occasionally experience the following physical demands for an extended period:

Standing, Sitting, Lifting + Stocking (Up to 50 lbs.), Pushing, Keyboarding, Telephone Use, Walking, Bending

Perks & Benefits

  • Competitive compensation, paid weekly
  • Retirement Benefits
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance for yourself and eligible dependents
  • Tuition Reimbursement for qualified courses
  • Scholarship opportunities for continued education
  • Store discount programs (10% off household groceries)
  • Fun work environment where you have the opportunity to nourish your community.

Must be 18 years of age. Must be 21 years of age for any position that serves alcohol.

For Internal Transfers/Promotion/Rehire Candidates:

  1. Your current leader must recommend that you apply for this position and provide an endorsement upon request from HR.
  2. You may be asked to accept a part-time position if that is the only position available
  3. Rehires must be approved by an HRBP
 

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