PASTRY ASSISTANT

Palm Palm

PASTRY ASSISTANT

Pittsburgh, PA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    Employee discounts

    Flexible schedule

    Opportunity for advancement

    Now Hiring: Pastry Assistant 📍 New Restaurant Opening | Open Kitchen | Elevated Food in a Relaxed Space

    We’re opening a kitchen that bakes with purpose, finishes with flair, and serves with heart—and we’re looking for a Pastry Assistant to help us bring our dessert program to life. If you’re passionate about pastry and looking for more than just another back-of-house job—this is it.

    🍰 What Makes This Different

    Brand-new kitchen designed for creativity and collaboration

    A visible pastry station—you’re part of the guest experience from prep to plating

    A chance to help shape our dessert program from day one

    A menu rooted in seasonal ingredients, technique, and playful coastal flavors

    A culture that’s serious about quality—but never takes itself too seriously

    🧁 What You’ll Do

    Assist in the preparation and plating of desserts with care, consistency, and creativity

    Maintain par levels, prep mise en place, and communicate needs with clarity

    Follow recipes and techniques with precision while being open to learning new ones

    Uphold food safety and sanitation standards throughout every step

    Keep your station clean, organized, and ready for service

    Collaborate closely with the pastry chef, line cooks, and service team

    Show up ready to work, ready to grow, and ready to sweeten the guest experience

    ✅ What You Bring

    Experience in pastry or baking is a plus, but not required—we’re happy to train the right fit

    Attention to detail, strong work ethic, and a love for desserts and hospitality

    Calm and focused under pressure, with solid communication skills

    A flexible schedule that includes evenings, weekends, and holidays

    Curiosity, creativity, and a desire to be part of something special

    đŸ’” Pay & Perks

    Competitive hourly wage (based on experience)

    Staff dining discounts

    Flexible scheduling & clear opportunities for growth

    Be part of a team where your contributions matter

    Work in a space designed to inspire—from the pastry pass to the playlist