Pastry ChefLocation: Manny's Diner | Clark, NJ Employment Type: Full-TimeAbout the RoleWe're looking for an experienced, hands-on Baker to run our brand-new, state-of-the-art commissary bakery located out of Manny's Diner in Clark, NJ. This bakery was purpose-built to supply high-quality, made-from-scratch desserts across our three-restaurant group.You'll be primarily responsible for Manny's Diner's in-house baking program, while also producing commissary items for our sister restaurants, 12 Islands Greek Taverna and Manny's Texas Weiner — including guest favorites like cinnamon rolls, cheesecake, and baklava.This is a great opportunity for a skilled baker who wants creative ownership of a fully-equipped facility and the chance to bake at volume across a diverse, high-standards menu.What You'll Do
- Produce daily and par-based baked goods for Manny's Diner and commissary orders for 12 Islands Greek Taverna and Manny's Texas Weiner
- Bake and finish classic desserts including cinnamon rolls, cheesecake, and baklava to consistent, high-quality standards
- Produce a range of cakes, pastries, brioche breads, and focaccia at volume
- Manage production schedules to ensure timely delivery to all three locations
- Maintain consistent recipes, portioning, and presentation standards across locations
- Order and manage ingredient inventory; control waste and food cost
- Maintain a clean, organized, and health-code-compliant bakery
- Train and mentor any bakery support staff as the program grows
What We're Looking For
- Real, hands-on experience with volume baking — this is not an entry-level role
- Proven skill across cakes, pastries, laminated/enriched doughs (brioche), and focaccia
- Experience producing classic desserts such as cheesecake, cinnamon rolls, and baklava
- Strong time-management skills and the ability to run production for multiple locations from one commissary kitchen
- A high standard for consistency, quality, and presentation
- Ability to work independently in a newly built kitchen and help shape its systems and workflow
- Food safety certification (or willingness to obtain one)
- Reliable, early-morning availability
Why Join Us
- Work in a brand-new, fully-equipped bakery built specifically for this role
- Be the driving force behind a commissary program supporting three well-loved local restaurants
- Room to bring your own techniques, recipes, and creative input to a growing menu
Pay: $1,000.00 per week
Work Location: In person
