Pastry Cook

Pastry Cook - Full Time & Part Time
Kemi Dessert Bar is a woman-owned bakery that specializes in modern desserts with an Asian twist. Starting as a pop-up business, I am now looking for an additional pastry cook to join the team at my shop in Capitol Hill! I am seeking someone with a positive & outgoing attitude with a true passion for all things desserts!
Job hours (subject to change): 40 hours/week, 5 days OR 32 hours/week, 4 days Morning shift: Tuesday-Saturday, 10:30am-6:30pm OR Wednesday-Saturday, 10:30am-6:30pm // Saturdays are a must!
Daily responsibilities may include:
- Production for all dessert items, including but not limited to cookies, compotes, ganache, rice crispies, petit gateau, cakes, and cheesecakes.
- Follow/execute recipes and preparation methods, from start to finish, ensuring consistency in all pastry items.
- Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the kitchen, including workstations, equipment, and storage areas.
- Hand washing utensils and equipment as needed.
- Follow all safety and sanitation guidelines, ensuring compliance with health regulations
- Ensure all the products and prepared items are properly labeled, dated, initialed, covered, and rotated following FIFO (first in, first out).
- FOH: packing desserts, making drinks, and assisting customers.
Employee Qualification:
- 1+ years of experience in pastry, preferably in a bakery . Culinary degree is a plus.
- Must love desserts, especially Asian ones!
- A genuine passion and basic knowledge for food and pastries, including mixing, baking, piping, and decorating.
- Strong personal drive, work ethic, and the ability to work under pressure.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment while maintaining a positive attitude. Team players are a must!
- Good communication skills--don't be afraid to ask questions!
- Strong attention to detail, a commitment to maintaining high food quality standards, and taking pride in the baked goods you produce.
- Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays.
- Must be able to lift and carry at least 50 pounds.
- Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
- Must be comfortable with repetitive motions (ex. walking, bending, and standing).
Pay: $24/hour + tips
Additional benefits include employee discounts, sampling R&D, free drink/dessert per shift, working in a cool and fun environment!
Please email your resume to [email protected] (Be sure to specify if you’d like full time or part time)
I look forward to hearing from you!