Pastry Cook

Required Years of Experience

2 years

Job Details

Were looking for experienced, passionate and creative pastry cooks to join the opening team at Thea!

Thea is the newest Fort Greene project from Chef Tomer Blechman of Miss Ada, Nili and Theodora. The bakery is a continuation of the work we are doing at Theodora, centered around warm hospitality, fresh baked bread and pastries, house-made provisions and a creative sandwich program.

Were looking for pastry cooks who are looking to be on a collaborative, high-energy team. We look for candidates with a positive attitude and effective communication skills.

The ideal candidate has:

-Experience working with viennoiserie`(mixing, laminating, shaping, baking) -Experience working with puff pastry, enriched dough, cookies, quick breads, etc. -Ability to accurately measure large quantities of product -Ability to work mornings/weekends -Works well on a team -Good communicator

The role:

- full time with weekend shifts
- morning scheduling (schedules will vary, but generally 6 am to 2 pm)
- joining an existing team with pastry and lamination experience

Benefits:

• Health Insurance for Full Time Employees
• Paid Time Off
• Commuter Benefits
• Opportunity to be part of a growing company

Physical Requirements:

• Be able to stand for extended periods of time [over 7 hours]
• Be able to lift and carry 50 pounds steadily
• Be comfortable bending, sitting, walking extended distances including up and down flights of stairs, and moving.
• Be comfortable walking up and down stairs frequently, including while carrying large containers

Thea is an equal opportunity employer. Thea does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Please include your resume and a brief cover letter in order to be considered for this role.

Compensation Details

Compensation: Hourly ($19.00 - $21.00)

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Paid Time Off, Commuter Benefits, Dining Discounts

Required Skills

Experience Working With Viennoiserie`(Mixing, Laminating, Shaping, Baking)

Creativity in Pastry Preparation

Experience Working With Puff Pastry, Enriched Dough, Cookies, Quick Breads, Etc.

Passion for Baking

Ability to Accurately Measure Large Quantities of Product

Collaboration skills

Ability to Work Mornings/Weekends

Positive Attitude

Works well on a team

Effective Communication

Good Communicator

Time Management

Adaptability to Varying Schedules

Physical Stamina

Attention to Detail

Problem Solving Skills

Ability to Follow Recipes Accurately

Team Oriented Mindset

Willingness to learn and grow

Customer Service Orientation

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