Company: The Cardamom LLC
Location: Orlando, FL (UCF / East Colonial Area)
Job Type: Part-Time (20–30 Hours per Week)
Pay: $16.00–$18.00 per hour
Start Date: November 2026
Join the Founding Kitchen Team at The Cardamom
Opening this November, The Cardamom is a premium Arabic & South Asian bakehouse and late-night café built around exceptional pastries, handcrafted beverages, and genuine hospitality.
We're looking for a dependable Pastry Production Assistant to work alongside our Head Pastry Baker in preparing our signature desserts and helping launch a brand-new bakery from day one.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys baking, wants hands-on commercial kitchen experience, or is interested in growing into a professional pastry career.
No experience with Arabic or South Asian desserts is required—we'll teach you everything you need to know.
What You'll Do
- Assist the Head Pastry Baker with daily food preparation.
- Measure and prepare ingredients according to standardized recipes.
- Help assemble pastries and desserts.
- Package pastries and prepare products for display.
- Label products and organize inventory.
- Wash mixing bowls, baking trays, and kitchen equipment.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and food-safe kitchen.
- Restock ingredients and supplies throughout the day.
- Learn commercial baking techniques while supporting daily production.
Who We're Looking For
We're looking for someone who is:
- Reliable and punctual.
- Organized and detail-oriented.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced kitchen.
- Eager to learn new baking techniques.
- A team player with a positive attitude.
- Passionate about food, baking, or hospitality.
Previous bakery or kitchen experience is helpful but not required.
If you're willing to learn, we'll teach you.
Qualifications
- Ability to stand for extended periods.
- Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
- Strong work ethic and attention to detail.
- Comfortable working early morning shifts.
- Food service or bakery experience is a plus but not required.
Typical Schedule
Production shifts generally begin between 6:00–7:00 AM and finish by 12:00–2:00 PM, depending on production needs.
Additional hours may be available during holidays and busy seasons.
Why Join The Cardamom?
- Be part of the founding team of a brand-new bakery and café.
- Learn directly from an experienced Head Pastry Baker.
- Develop valuable commercial baking skills.
- Opportunities to grow into a full-time baker as the company expands.
- Complimentary drinks and pastries during shifts.
- Positive, respectful, and supportive team environment.
Our Culture
At The Cardamom, we believe every pastry reflects our commitment to quality.
We're building a kitchen where teamwork, consistency, craftsmanship, and respect come first.
Whether you're starting your baking journey or looking to grow your skills, we'll invest in your development and give you the opportunity to grow with us.
How to Apply
Please submit your resume along with your availability.
If you have photos of baked goods or desserts you've made, we'd love to see them—but they aren't required.
We're excited to meet people who want to help build something special from day one.
Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
