Pastry Assistant at Supermoon Bakehouse

Overview
Supermoon Bakehouse is seeking a Pastry Assistant (Cook) to support our pastry production team and help maintain an organized, clean, and efficient kitchen. This role combines hands-on prep and production tasks with essential porter and sanitation duties. The ideal candidate is dependable, detail-oriented, and excited to learn in a fast-paced pastry environment.

• Assist bakers with rolling and laminating croissant dough and other viennoiserie tasks.

• Portion, scale, and shape doughs according to recipes and standards.

• Execute basic prep tasks such as mixing fillings, cutting butter blocks, scaling ingredients, and preparing components.

• Support daily production of pastries, cookies, donuts, and specialty items.

• Follow all recipes and instructions accurately to maintain product consistency.

• Assist with putting away deliveries, rotating inventory, labeling items, and checking quality.

• Maintain organized dry storage, refrigeration, and freezer spaces.

• Notify the Head Baker or Chef of low stock, damaged product, or supply needs.

• Perform daily sanitation duties, including:

  • Washing dishes, trays, bowls, and equipment.

  • Cleaning and sanitizing workstations and prep areas.

  • Sweeping and washing floors throughout the shift and at close.

  • Taking out trash, recycling, and compost.

• Uphold all DOH food safety standards and ensure a clean, safe workspace at all times.

• Assist bakers and pastry cooks with tasks as assigned during peak periods.

• Set up and break down production stations.

• Maintain a positive, team-oriented attitude and communicate clearly with coworkers and leads.

• Other responsibilities as assigned by the Head Baker or Chef.

• Prior experience in a commercial kitchen, bakery, pastry program, or production environment (preferred but not required).

• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and stand for long periods.

• Strong work ethic, reliability, and willingness to learn.

• Comfort working early mornings or late nights depending on scheduling needs.

• Attention to detail and pride in maintaining a clean, organized kitchen.

• NYC Food Protection Certificate is a plus (or willingness to obtain).