We are on the lookout for a passionate and detail-oriented Kitchen Production Manager / Pastry Chef to lead our dessert and food production team.

We are looking to hire in JUNE 2026!

This role is perfect for someone who loves crafting beautiful desserts, managing kitchen operations, and delivering top-notch culinary creations. You’ll oversee daily food preparation, ensure quality standards are met, and help create a vibrant, efficient kitchen environment. If you’re enthusiastic about baking, pastry arts, and food presentation, this is your chance to shine in a bakery setting.

We are looking for someone who is reliable: you will be responsible to OPEN the business 5 days a week. Opening shift is 6:30am.

Job to start June 2026. Training is approx. 2 months, see below for info on that.

Duties

• Lead the preparation and production of baked goods, pastries, and desserts, ensuring consistency and quality in every item.
• Open the business Monday-Friday: this includes baking fresh pastries, quality control, and icing cupcakes .
• Complete a list of production for the week, while simultaneously guiding other staff to complete their lists.
• Oversee dessert decorating processes, ensuring visually appealing and professional finishes for all baked products.
• Manage packaging of finished items for retail or catering purposes while maintaining presentation standards.
• Supervise food handling procedures to ensure safety and hygiene regulations are strictly followed.
• Coordinate food production schedules to meet deadlines and optimize kitchen workflow.
• Support the team with food preparation tasks, including ingredient measurement, mixing, baking, and finishing touches.
• Maintain inventory levels by monitoring stock of ingredients and supplies; place orders as needed to prevent shortages.

Qualifications

Must be 21 yrs. of age or older.

• Proven experience in pastry arts, baking, and culinary roles within the food industry; prior kitchen management experience is a plus. Culinary degree preferred, or 5 years applicable experience.
• Strong dessert decorating skills with an eye for detail and presentation.
• Must have prior experience with the following: macronage, some lamination, quickbreads, mousse, cheesecake etc.
• Knowledge of food safety standards and proper food handling techniques. ServSafe certification is preferred.
• Excellent knife skills and proficiency in various cooking methods related to baking and pastry creation.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high-quality standards.
• Experience with food production systems, packaging processes, and catering or restaurant operations preferred.
• Good communication skills to collaborate effectively with team members and ensure smooth kitchen operations. Join us as a Kitchen Production Manager / Pastry Chef where your culinary creativity will thrive! Help us deliver delicious, beautifully crafted products that delight our customers while leading a motivated team dedicated to excellence in every bite!
• Must be able to be on your feet for 8-9 hour shifts.
• Must be able to occasionally lift 50lbs.
• Must be familiar with large mixers/ equipment.

Hours

• Ideal hours in this field! Opening shift 6:30am- 3:30 pm daily.
• Start and end your workday early!
• Weekends OFF, UNLESS needed for a major Holiday.

Extras

• *The first 2-3 months will be TRAINING months, (alongside our current pastry chef) until you get accustomed to how things run. This will give you the base you need to be successful!
• Salary will be discussed once this training occurs: we are looking to implement new ideas and changes also- the floor is yours!
• Goal is to have you fully trained and on your own by late August 2026.
• Salary position will range from 42-46 hours weekly.
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discounts
• Salary position of 54-58K per year