Pastry Assistant - CFT Market

at  Carolina Farm Trust

We are looking for an experienced Pastry Assistant to be part of a growing non-profit organization.

DESCRIPTION

We are looking for an experienced Pastry Assistant to be part of a growing non-profit organization.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Creativity to design new and unique menu items to attract customers
• Knowledge of how baking ingredients work together and how they can be used in creative ways
• Leadership skills to manage the pastry section and staff in a kitchen, including hiring the right staff and motivating workers in a high-stress environment
• Time management skills to deliver orders on schedule and avoiding wasting food
• Physical strength and stamina to spend long hours standing and performing repetitive motions
• Flexibility, since hours for a Pastry Assistant may vary and include weekends, evenings and holidays

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND LICENSING REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
• Work in extreme temperatures

• Prepare a variety of baked goods
• Decorate and present pastries and baked goods in a tasteful and beautiful way
• Monitor and order ingredients, supplies and equipment
• Meet with customers to discuss custom-made desserts or baked goods for special occasions
• Ensure the bakery section of the kitchen adheres to health and safety regulations
• Identify staffing needs, help to recruit new personnel and train them
• Develop new seasonal recipes and menus and keep up with the latest trends