Baker

3 years

Pastry Cook/Baker - French Patisserie & Cafe located in New Canaan, CT (Opening April 2025)

Please send CV/resume to [email protected]

About us:

Saisons Sucrees (Sweet Seasons) is a new high-end patisserie and cafe serving refined and innovative French pastry, bread, sandwiches, chocolate, coffee and tea.

The role:

A unique opportunity to be part of the opening team, work with Michelin-starred chefs, and expand your skill-set in the production of refined pastry, laminated doughs and breads.

Qualifications:

- Has a positive attitude; brings optimism and energy to each task

- Views each day and interaction as an opportunity to learn

- Takes direction and is receptive to constructive feedback

- Fast learner who takes initiative

- Team player invested in the success of the business

- Integrity and professionalism

Responsibilities:

- Reports to the the Executive Pastry Chef and is responsible for the daily production of breads, Viennoiserie and pastry

- Maintain cleanliness of all workstations

- Adhere to all Dept. of Health regulations and health and hygiene standards as set forth in the employee handbook

Requirements:

- Pastry/Boulangerie certificate or degree from a reputable institution

- Willing to work bakery hours (early mornings)

- Experience with the following: Bread, Viennoiserie, lamination

- Basic experience with: Choux, Sponges, Short crusts, Mousses, creams and fillings, Entremets, Macarons, Confiserie, Chocolate work, etc.

Benefits:

- Employer-sponsored health insurance

- Eligible for incentive compensation (i.e., bonus)

- Continuing education workshops, courses, conventions, etc. (as approved by management)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $58,700.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Ability to Commute:

• New Canaan, CT 06840 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• New Canaan, CT 06840: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Compensation: Salary ($58,700.00 - $70,000.00)

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Paid Time Off

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Attention to Detail

Time Management Skills

Adaptability

Creativity in Pastry Design

Collaboration With Kitchen Staff

Customer Service Orientation

Problem Solving Skills

Ability to Follow Recipes Accurately

Knowledge of Health and Hygiene Standards

Willingness to Learn New Techniques

Ability to Maintain a Clean Workspace

Strong Work Ethic

Passion for Baking and Pastry Arts

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