Pastry Decorator and Baker

1 day ago


Morton Grove, Illinois, United States Catering by Michaels Full time
Pastry Decorator and Baker Job Description

Catering by Michaels is seeking a skilled Pastry Decorator and Baker to join our team in Morton Grove. As a member of our Pastry Team, you will be responsible for decorating cookies and pastries by hand, preparing pastry food items according to designated recipes and quality standards, and operating mixers, ovens, scales, and other pastry/baking equipment.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Decorate cookies and pastries by hand using various techniques and designs
  • Prepare pastry food items according to designated recipes and quality standards
  • Operate mixers, ovens, scales, and other pastry/baking equipment
  • Interpret, understand, follow, and scale recipes, as well as solve problems as they arise
  • Participate in meetings for kitchen personnel for continued training and development, food and general safety, sanitation, informational updates, and on-going communications
  • Maintain a clean and organized workspace, adhering to Catering by Michaels guidelines on sanitation, safety, and organization
Requirements:
  • Previous professional baking experience (1-3 years)
  • Specific experience with decorating cookies/pastries and other piping work by hand
  • Open availability for scheduling
  • Excellent time management skills
  • Ability to multi-task and remain flexible to the changing needs of the business
Physical Demands:
  • Lift, handle, and carry food supplies, small wares, equipment, supplies, and paper goods at a minimum of 50 pounds constantly and up to 100 pounds occasionally
  • Stand and exert well-paced mobility for a period of up to 4 hours in length
  • Bend, kneel, stoop, reach, and squat on a frequent basis to obtain, store, and stock supplies and equipment
  • Effectively communicate and listen to supervisors and employees
  • Taste and smell to distinguish between flavors, spices, temperatures, and mouth feel, as well as odors and scents


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