• Experienced Baker & Cake Decorator

    The Cambridge School of Culinary Arts (Cambridge, MA)


    CSCA Café is a new and exciting café and bakery that will highlight exceptional coffee, exquisite pastries and a friendly atmosphere. We pride ourselves on providing top-notch service, the highest quality products, showcasing the work of CSCA’s Professional students and creating a community space where customers can relax and enjoy their favorite beverages, baked goodies and other retail products .

    JOB SUMMARY

    We are seeking a dedicated and experienced baker to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for preparing, baking, decorating and finishing a variety of pastries and desserts. The candidate should demonstrate excellent piping skills. This role requires a commitment to maintaining high standards of product quality and cleanliness in a fast-paced environment. Experience with laminated doughs such as croissants is desired.

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

    + Preparation: Measure and mix ingredients accurately to prepare doughs, batters, and other baking mixtures, creams and frostings according to established recipes.

    + Baking: Operate ovens and baking equipment to bake products to specifications, adjusting temperatures and times as necessary.

    + Decorating: Create visually appealing desserts by decorating them with frostings, creams, and other edible items such as chocolate.

    + Quality Control: Monitor and ensure the quality and consistency of baked goods, making adjustments to recipes or processes as needed.

    + Inventory Management: Track and manage inventory of ingredients and supplies, ordering and restocking as needed to maintain production levels.

    + Cleaning and Sanitation: Maintain a clean and organized workspace, including regular cleaning of baking equipment and adherence to health and safety regulations.

    + Packaging: Package finished products appropriately for sale or distribution, ensuring presentation meets company standards.

    + Record Keeping: Document ingredient usage, inventory levels, and any issues or adjustments made during the baking process.

    QUALIFICATIONS

    + 3+ Years of Baking/Pastry Industry Experience Preferred

    + Pastry/Culinary Certificate, Diploma or Degree is Preferred

    + High School Diploma or GED Equivalent is required

    + Proven experience as a baker, preferably in a similar role.

    + Strong knowledge of baking techniques and equipment.

    + Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

    + Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

    + Physical stamina to handle long hours and perform manual tasks.

    + Ability to work effectively during nighttime hours, starting in the evening and finishing early in the morning.

    + Food Safe Handling Certified

    COMPENSATION

    + $22 - $25/hr. commensurate with Experience and Educational Background

    WORK ENVIRONMENT

    + This job operates in a retail/restaurant, commercial kitchen environment.

    POSITION TYPE AND EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

    + This is an Hourly, Part Time Position.

    + Typical shifts will be early mornings 3-5 days a week and 1 – 2 full days, based on business needs.

    + Schedule based on operating hours and business needs.

    BENEFITS:

    + Competitive salary

    + Employee discounts

    + Opportunities for professional development

     

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