PASTRY ASSISTANT
Full-Time / On-Site
Reports to: Executive Pastry Chef
Location: Feast Your Eyes Catering – Philadelphia, PA
Who We Are Looking For
We are looking for an energetic pastry chef to join our award-winning pastry team and work alongside our Executive Pastry Chef to bring innovative edible creations to our customers. This person will bring a strong commitment to living and promoting Feast’s values and standards and will be expected to model these in all interactions with clients, guests, and team members. This full-time position will work in-person out of Feast’s Fishtown headquarters as well as on-site at off-premise catering events.
Key Responsibilities
- With direction from our Executive Pastry Chef produce consistent, high-quality products.
- Follow established recipes and company guidelines when producing foods.
- Maintain the integrity of the products, reduce food waste, and ensure products are handled in a safe and appropriate manner.
- Participate in developing new, innovative bakery concepts and in menu planning.
- Collaborate with our Executive Pastry Chef, sales teams, and management in planning and execution of highly successful events.
Education & Experience
- At least 3 years of pastry, baking, production, or equivalent work experience.
- Catering and restaurant experience, preferred, but not required.
- High volume / scratch baking, preferred, but not required.
Key Skills & Expertise
- Demonstrate a passion for the hospitality industry.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Comfortable in a fast-paced environment.
- High level of professionalism, positive attitude, and business professional appearance while working with clients, guests, staff and vendors.
- Able to work with people at all levels.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Able to effectively problem solve complex challenges and get positive results.
- Ability to prioritize work assignments and adapt to changing priorities.
- Demonstrate a commitment to compliance with all laws, regulations, and business ethics.
Requirements
- Must be clean and maintain clean working space.
- Able to consistently exceed guest expectations and have an uncompromising approach to service & follow through.
- Able to work a flexible schedule including days, nights, weekends and holidays.
- Able to work in varying elements—indoors and outdoors, uneven walking surfaces/terrain, locations with stairs.
- Able to lift, carry and move materials weighing 35 pounds or more at times.
- Valid Driver’s License and reliable access to a vehicle.
Compensation
- $20 per hour.
- Additional rate when working off-premise catered events.
- Full-time position with health care, paid time off (personal/vacation/sick days), cell phone credit, 401K with company match.
Why Join Feast
At Feast, we believe that great events start with a great workplace. We strive to create an environment where every team member is respected, supported, and encouraged to bring their best. We aim high, celebrate shared success, and care deeply about our work and one another.
We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences. Feast Your Eyes Catering is an equal-opportunity employer, and we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- baking/pastry: 2 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
