Job Description
Job Description
Emish Market is a Ukrainian grocery store located in Fife, WA, offering a wide selection of imported goods from Ukraine and other European countries. In addition to our market, we operate a full-service café, bakery, and meat department, preparing fresh Ukrainian dishes, pastries, and specialty meats daily. Our mission is to create a warm, authentic, and memorable experience for every guest.
We are currently seeking a skilled and passionate Pastry Chef (Confectioner) to join our bakery team. This role focuses on preparing high-quality desserts and pastries for our bakery and café. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys creativity, values consistency, and takes pride in beautiful, delicious baked goods.
What You'll Do
- Prepare and bake cakes, pastries, cookies, and desserts for our bakery and café
- Follow recipes, portion standards, and production schedules
- Decorate cakes and desserts according to company standards and custom orders
- Bring your own dessert recipes and creative ideas - we encourage innovation and new menu items
- Create desserts from a variety of cuisines, not only Ukrainian but any popular and trending desserts
- Ensure proper food handling, labeling, storage, and sanitation practices
- Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient workstation
- Monitor product quality, freshness, and presentation
- Assist with seasonal menu items, special orders, and holiday production
- Collaborate with the bakery and kitchen team to meet daily production goals
Work Schedule: Flexible, Full-time or part-time available
Pay & Compensation: $22-$24 per hour (depending on experience)
Benefits
- 1 paid hour of sick leave for every 40 hours worked
- Medical insurance - 75% company-paid coverage for employee
- Paid vacation:
- 1 week after 1 year of employment
- 2 weeks after 2 years
Required Qualifications
- Previous experience as a pastry chef, baker, or confectioner preferred
- Experience with cake decorating and dessert production is a strong plus
- Creativity and willingness to contribute new recipes and ideas
- Ability to follow recipes and maintain consistent product quality
- Strong attention to detail and time management skills
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
- Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs
- Reliability, punctuality, and strong work ethic
If you love creating desserts and want the freedom to bring your own ideas to life, we'd love to hear from you!