Head Pastry Chef

Full-Time Position AvailableMust have morning/daytime availabilityThis is for the Mesa Kneaders, located at 6611 E McDowell Rd, Mesa, AZ 85215Work-life balance - all Kneaders Bakery & Cafe locations are closed every Sunday & are closed on Thanksgiving Day & Christmas every yearHealth benefits to support health & wellness for full-time employees (we also offer pet insurance for your 4-legged family members)Career growth opportunities - Restaurant leadership, retail management, specialization in the art of pastry & bread baking... Kneaders has many career development paths availableCompetitive hourly wageAbout the RoleKneaders Bakery & Cafe is currently looking for a talented full-time Head Pastry Chef who is as passionate about food quality, customer service, community & as we are! In the role of Pastry Chef, you will have the opportunity to lead a dynamic team who will offer a unique menu selection of more than 40 fresh baked pastries, pies, cakes, & muffins all made with honest, whole ingredients.A successful Pastry Chef at Kneaders Bakery & Cafe must possess:Proven track record of demonstrating super-hero abilities in the kitchen from following recipes to paying close attention to details to create one-of-a-kind pastries & baked goods. Lifting large amounts of dough, flour, and other supplies all weighing 50 lbs. or moreRequires continuous standing and walking throughout the shift, with limited opportunities for sitting. Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation is requiredThe ability to work through change & be able to be flexible all while keeping a close eye on what's cooking!A love of rising before the sun comes up - all Pastry Chef shifts start as early as 4am (and sometimes earlier!) throughout the year. You need to be an early bird!A successful Pastry Chef at Kneaders Bakery & Cafe need to be qualified with:1+ years of large-scale baking/pastry experience, with experience in working quickly to decorate amazing pastriesLeadership experience - either in a retail or food capacityAttentiveness to compliance with local, state, & federal regulations for food handler & sanitation standardsExperience with inventory/orderingFormal culinary education is a bonus!Must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for the role of Pastry Chef at Kneaders Bakery & Cafe.If this person is YOU, start your journey today & complete your application!