Carmel, IN · On-site
$14 - $18/hr
Maintain appropriate production levels to meet established par requirements for all locations. * Assist with baking or additional pastry production needs as assigned by kitchen leadership. * Monitor ...
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Carmel, IN · On-site
$14 - $18/hr
Maintain appropriate production levels to meet established par requirements for all locations. * Assist with baking or additional pastry production needs as assigned by kitchen leadership. * Monitor ...
Notre Dame, IN · On-site
$55K/yr
To help lead this dynamic, service-focused environment, we are seeking an accomplished and collaborative Assistant Pastry Chef. Serving as the primary lieutenant to the Pastry Sous Chef, this role ...
Notre Dame, IN · On-site
$55K/yr
To help lead this dynamic, service-focused environment, we are seeking an accomplished and collaborative Assistant Pastry Chef. Serving as the primary lieutenant to the Pastry Sous Chef, this role ...
Position Overview As a Chef Instructor, Pastry at Sur La Table, you are the in-store expert and ... Team Engagement & Store Support · Assist in setting up and breakdown of classes including ...
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Position Overview As a Chef Instructor, Pastry at Sur La Table, you are the in-store expert and ... Team Engagement & Store Support · Assist in setting up and breakdown of classes including ...
Position Overview As a Chef Instructor, Pastry at Sur La Table, you are the in-store expert and ... Team Engagement & Store Support • Assist in setting up and breakdown of classes including ...
Position Overview As a Chef Instructor, Pastry at Sur La Table, you are the in-store expert and ... Team Engagement & Store Support • Assist in setting up and breakdown of classes including ...
Notre Dame, IN · On-site
$19.75 - $23/hr
Demi Sous Pastry Chef The Demi Sous Chef is a skilled and experienced culinary position responsible ... * Assist with purchasing and maintain inventories The University of Notre Dame is proud to be ...
Notre Dame, IN · On-site
$19.75 - $23/hr
Demi Sous Pastry Chef The Demi Sous Chef is a skilled and experienced culinary position responsible ... * Assist with purchasing and maintain inventories The University of Notre Dame is proud to be ...
Notre Dame, IN · On-site
$19.75 - $23/hr
Demi Sous Pastry Chef The Demi Sous Chef is a skilled and experienced culinary position responsible ... * Assist with purchasing and maintain inventories The University of Notre Dame is proud to be ...
Notre Dame, IN · On-site
$19.75 - $23/hr
Demi Sous Pastry Chef The Demi Sous Chef is a skilled and experienced culinary position responsible ... * Assist with purchasing and maintain inventories The University of Notre Dame is proud to be ...
Notre Dame, IN · On-site
Demi Sous Pastry Chef The Demi Sous Chef is a skilled and experienced culinary position responsible ... * Assist with purchasing and maintain inventories The University of Notre Dame is proud to be ...
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Notre Dame, IN · On-site
Demi Sous Pastry Chef The Demi Sous Chef is a skilled and experienced culinary position responsible ... * Assist with purchasing and maintain inventories The University of Notre Dame is proud to be ...
Carmel, IN · On-site
$17.50 - $21.25/hr
DEPARTMENT: Pastry Cook REPORTS TO: Executive Chef S TATUS: Non-Exempt POSITION SUMMARY: As the Pastry Cook, this position will ensure the preparation of various plated desserts, chocolates ...
Carmel, IN · On-site
$17.50 - $21.25/hr
DEPARTMENT: Pastry Cook REPORTS TO: Executive Chef S TATUS: Non-Exempt POSITION SUMMARY: As the Pastry Cook, this position will ensure the preparation of various plated desserts, chocolates ...
The Aspasia Coffee and Bake Shop Production Kitchen Assistant Manager will have a passion for ... Proven experience as Pastry Chef, Baker, Decorator * Professional appearance with impeccable ...
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The Aspasia Coffee and Bake Shop Production Kitchen Assistant Manager will have a passion for ... Proven experience as Pastry Chef, Baker, Decorator * Professional appearance with impeccable ...
Carmel, IN · On-site
$13 - $17/hr
... · Assist with recipe development, seasonal menu changes, and new product innovation. · Test new recipes for pastries, breads, and baked goods, experimenting with ingredients and techniques to ...
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Carmel, IN · On-site
$13 - $17/hr
... · Assist with recipe development, seasonal menu changes, and new product innovation. · Test new recipes for pastries, breads, and baked goods, experimenting with ingredients and techniques to ...
Carmel, IN · On-site
$16 - $20/hr
Use a variety of cake decorating tools and techniques, including piping, smoothing, texturing, and embellishing. * Assist baking and pastry team members with the production of standard bakery and ...
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Carmel, IN · On-site
$16 - $20/hr
Use a variety of cake decorating tools and techniques, including piping, smoothing, texturing, and embellishing. * Assist baking and pastry team members with the production of standard bakery and ...
Prepare and bake a variety of bakery items, from basic pastries (e.g., cookies, muffins, cakes) to more complex products such as laminated doughs, mousse cakes, artisan breads, and plated desserts.
Prepare and bake a variety of bakery items, from basic pastries (e.g., cookies, muffins, cakes) to more complex products such as laminated doughs, mousse cakes, artisan breads, and plated desserts.
Notre Dame, IN · On-site
$17.50/hr
Prepare and bake a variety of bakery items, from basic pastries (e.g., cookies, muffins, cakes) to more complex products such as laminated doughs, mousse cakes, artisan breads, and plated desserts.
Notre Dame, IN · On-site
$17.50/hr
Prepare and bake a variety of bakery items, from basic pastries (e.g., cookies, muffins, cakes) to more complex products such as laminated doughs, mousse cakes, artisan breads, and plated desserts.
Prepare and bake a variety of bakery items, from basic pastries (e.g., cookies, muffins, cakes) to more complex products such as laminated doughs, mousse cakes, artisan breads, and plated desserts.
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Prepare and bake a variety of bakery items, from basic pastries (e.g., cookies, muffins, cakes) to more complex products such as laminated doughs, mousse cakes, artisan breads, and plated desserts.
Notre Dame, IN · On-site
$17.50/hr
Prepare and bake a variety of bakery items, from basic pastries (e.g., cookies, muffins, cakes) to more complex products such as laminated doughs, mousse cakes, artisan breads, and plated desserts.
Notre Dame, IN · On-site
$17.50/hr
Prepare and bake a variety of bakery items, from basic pastries (e.g., cookies, muffins, cakes) to more complex products such as laminated doughs, mousse cakes, artisan breads, and plated desserts.
Notre Dame, IN · On-site
$17.50/hr
Prepare and bake a variety of bakery items, from basic pastries (e.g., cookies, muffins, cakes) to more complex products such as laminated doughs, mousse cakes, artisan breads, and plated desserts.
Notre Dame, IN · On-site
$17.50/hr
Prepare and bake a variety of bakery items, from basic pastries (e.g., cookies, muffins, cakes) to more complex products such as laminated doughs, mousse cakes, artisan breads, and plated desserts.
Prepare and bake a variety of bakery items, from basic pastries (e.g., cookies, muffins, cakes) to more complex products such as laminated doughs, mousse cakes, artisan breads, and plated desserts.
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Prepare and bake a variety of bakery items, from basic pastries (e.g., cookies, muffins, cakes) to more complex products such as laminated doughs, mousse cakes, artisan breads, and plated desserts.
$12.75 - $16.75/hr
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Bake all bread selections and pastries your bakery-cafe(s) needs daily. * Maintain our high ... Strictly adhere to health and food safety standards. * Assist and support your manager and team as ...
$12.75 - $16.75/hr
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Bake all bread selections and pastries your bakery-cafe(s) needs daily. * Maintain our high ... Strictly adhere to health and food safety standards. * Assist and support your manager and team as ...
Merrillville, IN · On-site
$12.75 - $16.75/hr
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Bake all bread selections and pastries your bakery-cafe(s) needs daily. * Maintain our high ... Strictly adhere to health and food safety standards. * Assist and support your manager and team as ...
Merrillville, IN · On-site
$12.75 - $16.75/hr
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Bake all bread selections and pastries your bakery-cafe(s) needs daily. * Maintain our high ... Strictly adhere to health and food safety standards. * Assist and support your manager and team as ...
$15.75 - $19.75/hr
... producing, pastry & bread production (Dessert and Cake decorations, advanced baking skills ... Attend and participate in meetings, completing follow-up as assigned. * Assist other cooks during ...
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$15.75 - $19.75/hr
... producing, pastry & bread production (Dessert and Cake decorations, advanced baking skills ... Attend and participate in meetings, completing follow-up as assigned. * Assist other cooks during ...
$9.61 - $11.02
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$12.44 - $13.85
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$14.33 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$13.85 - $15.26
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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.
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.
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.
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$14 - $18/hr
Full-time
Re-posted 10 days ago
French Pastry Job Description
The French Pastry Chef is responsible for the preparation, execution, and quality control of French pastry desserts and ice cream products while maintaining the highest standards of craftsmanship, consistency, and food safety. This role is vital to upholding The Cake Bake Shop’s reputation for beautifully presented, high-quality desserts and supports production needs across locations.
French Pastry Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesPrepare, execute, and finish French pastry desserts and ice cream products according to standardized recipes, portion controls, and presentation standards.
Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of all products produced within the French pastry department, including ingredients, composition, and flavor profiles.
Ensure all pastry and ice cream products meet company quality, consistency, and visual standards prior to service or distribution.
Produce ice cream products according to established formulas and procedures.
Execute all recipes exactly as written and complete assigned prep items within required timeframes.
Maintain appropriate production levels to meet established par requirements for all locations.
Assist with baking or additional pastry production needs as assigned by kitchen leadership.
Monitor product freshness and quality, rotating items according to FIFO principles.
Label, date, store, and rotate food products in accordance with food safety and sanitation standards.
Maintain cleanliness and organization of workstations, prep areas, walk-ins, and storage spaces.
Keep all pastry equipment, including ovens, mixers, food processors, and tools, clean and in proper working order.
Assist with receiving deliveries, inspecting product quality, and properly storing ingredients and supplies.
Communicate product availability, changes, quantities, and updates to front-of-house and leadership teams as required.
Support opening and closing kitchen procedures as assigned.
Follow all health department regulations, food safety procedures, and sanitation standards.
Report equipment issues, product concerns, or safety hazards to leadership immediately.
Work collaboratively with kitchen and pastry team members to support overall production goals.
Perform additional pastry-related duties as assigned to support operations.
Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor at all times.
Use clear, courteous, and brand-aligned communication with guests and coworkers.
Adhere to all company policies, including attendance, conduct, cell phone usage, and safety standards.
Work collaboratively with all departments to support a positive and efficient work environment
French Pastry Chefs must accurately record all hours worked through the timekeeping system.
Off-the-clock work is strictly prohibited.
Manager approval is required for any shift extensions.
French Pastry Chefs are paid overtime at the applicable regular rate in accordance with federal and state labor laws.
Position Requirements
Minimum of one year of experience in a professional kitchen or pastry production environment.
Experience in high-volume production is strongly preferred.
Strong understanding of French pastry techniques, dessert construction, and flavor profiles.
Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and proper food-handling procedures; ServSafe certification required.
Ability to follow recipes, production schedules, and quality standards precisely.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to product consistency and presentation.
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, production-focused kitchen environment.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, bend, stoop, and stand for extended periods.
Comfort working in hot, loud, and crowded kitchen environments.
Professional communication skills and a team-oriented mindset.
Other Duties
This job description is intended to describe the general requirements of the position. Management may assign additional related duties within compliance standards.
