Pastry Cook Job at Mindy's Bakery, Chicago, IL

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  • Mindy's Bakery
  • Chicago, IL

Job Description

Mindy's Bakery, by James-Beard Award Winning Chef and Owner of Mindy's Edibles, Mindy Segal, is looking for an experienced Pastry Cook to join its team! We are located in the heart of Wicker Park, right off Milwaukee and Damen.

Mindy’s Bakery is a diverse collective of talented artisanal bakers and passionate counter staff who work continuously on our craft. We strive to provide a memorable yet efficient experience, create the best product using quality ingredients, unparalleled technique, and always serving fresh from our oven to your table.

The ideal candidate will have a positive attitude, strong work ethic, pastry production experience (including but not limited to: making doughs, laminating, and baking), and a keen eye for detail. We are looking for an individual who strives to learn and grow, thrives in a busy environment, and can handle the volume we do.

We offer competitive pay with pooled tips, subsidized health insurance, and opportunity for growth as we work to expand our operations. 

Job Responsibilities & Expectations:
+ Set up & break down of your station
+ Follow & execute proprietary recipes, both from our recipe book as well as verbal instructions
+ Complete tasks on prep list in a timely and efficient manner 
+ Receive, understand, and learn from constructive criticism 
+ Knowledge of our menu - including all rotating specials, beverages, preparation techniques, main ingredients, and allergen information
+ Follow all safety & sanitation guidelines 
+ Follow all checklists that pertain to opening and closing, and feel confident performing all the tasks associated with both 
+ Maintain a presentable appearance and adhere to our dress code
+ Maintain appearance and cleanliness of the bakery - keeping counters, displays, tables and floors clean and presentable at all times

Requirements & Qualifications:
+ Minimum 2 years experience in Pastry Prep/Production 

+ Strong communication skills
+ Strong priortization skills 
+ Organization skills 
+ Ability to excel in a team setting
+ A valid Food Handler's Certificate
+ Ability to stand for the duration of a shift
+ Ability to work early mornings (as early as 4 AM)
+ Must be able to work Saturdays and Sundays

Compensation & Benefits:
+ Salary (negotiable based on experience, starting at $500/week or $20/hr), plus pooled tips, which are added to the last paycheck of each month
+ Weekly pay (every Friday)
+ PTO
+ Subsidized health insurance
+ We always feed you

Schedule:
This position is PART TIME (3-4 days per week), and requires weekend and holiday availability. 

Our bakery is open Wednesday through Sunday -- 7:30am to 3pm during the week, and 8am to 3pm on Saturday and Sunday. However, we have staff working and prepping daily. This position requires early morning and afternoon availability.  

To be considered, please send or attach your most current resume with a brief introduction. Please note that we contact at least two (2) prior employers for references during the application process. 

Thank you for taking the time to read our posting - we look forward to hearing from all individuals who believe they would be a great fit for this position. XO!

Job Tags

Weekly pay, Part time, Shift work, 3 days per week,

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