Cake Decorator / Pastry Assistant

Cake Decorator / Pastry Assistant

• RELOCATION ASSISTANCE AND $1,500 SIGNING BONUS*
• PAID TIME OFF
• HEALTH INSURANCE CONTRIBUTION
• GROWTH OPPORTUNITY
• FLEXIBLE SCHEDULING

One of the most popular DC area pastry / cake shops, Classic Bakery, is looking to hire a talented and creative Pastry Chef / Cake Decorator for a part-time or full-time position. Classic Bakery is highly regarded as the leading producer of custom cakes, pastries, cookies, baked goods, and more. The Cake Decorator candidate must have intermediate experience working in a bakery or pastry capacity and decorating cakes.

Qualified applicants must posses the following skills:

Qualifications :

• 2+ years cake decorating experience preferred

• Have experience working with Fondant, cream, and Cake Decorator duties.
• Ability to work in a team setting.
• Ability to delegate responsibilities for maximum efficiency.
• Experience with French pastries as well as other international pastries and baked goods.
• Manage daily production and identify product shortages to keep products consistently fresh and in stock.
• Assist in prepping and developing seasonal menus and products.
• Have strong leadership skills and work well under pressure.
• Ability to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 35 pounds and occasionally lift/move 50 pounds.
• Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time.
• Ability to multi-task.

Duties:

• Report to Lead Cake Decorator for assistance in cake icing, cake decorating, fondant decor, and assistance in pastry production.

• Assist in all pastry production both for daily stock and special dessert orders.
• Manage and assist in development of daily, seasonal, and special order offerings.
• Maintain and take inventory of ingredients and stock to ensure consistent stock and availability of products.
• Maintain and constantly keep work area clean and up to food safety standards.
• Use food preparation equipment such as mixers, ovens, dough sheeters, etc.
• Report to work as scheduled on time, in uniform, and ready to be productive.
• Maintain a professional and productive relationship with coworkers.
• Schedule pastry and baking production to ensure constant freshness and organization.

*up to full Moving and relocation costs covered. Employee will receive $1,500 signing bonus after 90 days of continued employment.

Great Benefits!

Job Type: Part-Time/Full-time

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $19.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30 – 45 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Store discount
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Compensation package:

• Anniversary bonus
• Hourly pay
• Quarterly bonus
• Yearly bonus

Restaurant type:

• Bakery

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• Are you available to work Saturday and/or Sunday?

Experience:

• Cake Decorating: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person