Company description

Out West is a community-rooted coffee shop, breakfast eatery, and cultural space located in West Philadelphia. Created by the team behind Down North Pizza, Out West blends culinary craft with social impact, offering premium Colombian coffee, inventive comfort food, and a members-only library curated around Black thought, art, and design. With a focus on second-chance employment, cultural storytelling, and neighborhood revitalization, Out West reimagines the fast-casual experience as a place of gathering, learning, and transformation.

Job description

Required Years of Experience:

1-2 years of experience working as a baker or pastry cook in a professional kitchen or bakery.

About Out West:

Out West is a mission-driven, for-profit coffee and breakfast shop committed to providing employment opportunities for justice-impacted individuals affected by the carceral system. We believe in creating exceptional products while supporting social change.

Job Description:

We are seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Pastry Assistant to support our growing team. This role involves assisting with pastry production, maintaining quality standards, and contributing to a positive kitchen environment.

Responsibilities:

• Execute daily pastry production, including baking, decorating, and finishing pastries such as croissants, muffins, cookies, and specialty items.
• Assist with morning bake-off duties, following recipes and guidelines set by the Sous Pastry Chef.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient pastry station, adhering to food safety and sanitation protocols.
• Collaborate with the team to experiment with seasonal ingredients and develop new recipes.
• Review production schedules and prioritize daily tasks for efficient workflow.
• Support and assist other team members to ensure smooth pastry operations.
• Demonstrate a strong work ethic, accountability, and reliability in all tasks.
• Maintain proper use of equipment and tools, ensuring they are well-maintained and sanitized.
• Conduct regular product audits to maintain quality and consistency.

Additional Requirements:

• Knowledge of basic pastry techniques, baking methods, and ingredient handling.
• Ability to lift items up to 50 lbs (bags of flour, dough) and work on your feet for extended periods.
• Food Safety Certification (preferred) and understanding of food safety protocols.
• Strong communication skills, with a positive, team-oriented attitude.

Schedule:

• Part-time position, approximately 15–20 hours per week.
• 8-hour shifts, with a flexible schedule including weekends as needed.

Compensation

this position is: hourly, $15-20/hr

Application instructions

Deadline

no deadline