Head Pastry Chef

Mesa, AZ, USFull-timePosted Oct 13, 2026

Job description

** ** FULL-TIME POSITION AVAILABLE** **

** ** MUST HAVE MORNING/DAYTIME AVAILABILITY** **

** ** THIS IS FOR THE MESA KNEADERS, LOCATED AT 6611 E McDowell Rd, Mesa, AZ 85215 ** **

  • Work-Life balance - all Kneaders Bakery & Cafe locations are closed every Sunday & are closed on Thanksgiving Day & Christmas every year

  • Health benefits to support health & wellness for full-time employees (we also offer pet insurance for your 4-legged family members)

  • Career growth opportunities - Restaurant leadership, retail management, specialization in the art of pastry & bread baking... Kneaders has many career development paths available

  • Competitive hourly wage

If this sparks your interest, read below to learn about the person Kneaders is currently looking for.

Kneaders Bakery & Cafeis currently looking for a talented full-timeHead****Pastry Chef who is as passionate about food quality, customer service, community & as we are! In the role of Pastry Chef, you will have the opportunity to lead a dynamic team who will offer a unique menu selection of more than 40 fresh baked pastries, pies, cakes, & muffins all made with honest, whole ingredients.

A successful Pastry ChefatKneaders Bakery & Cafe must possess:

  • Proven track record of demonstrating super-hero abilities in the kitchen from following recipes to paying close attention to details to create one-of-a-kind pastries & baked goods. Lifting large amounts of dough, flour, and other supplies all weighing 50 lbs. or more

  • Requires continuous standing and walking throughout the shift, with limited opportunities for sitting. Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation is required

  • The ability to work through change & be able to be flexible all while keeping a close eye on what's cooking!

  • A love of rising before the sun comes up - all Pastry Chef shifts start as early as 4am (and sometimes earlier!) throughout the year. You need to be an early bird!

A successful Pastry ChefatKneaders Bakery & Cafe need to be qualified with:

  • 1+ years of large-scale baking/pastry experience, with experience in working quickly to decorate amazing pastries

  • Leadership experience - either in a retail or food capacity

  • Attentiveness to compliance with local, state, & federal regulations for food handler & sanitation standards

  • Experience with inventory/ordering

  • Formal culinary education is a bonus!

Must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for the role of Pastry Chef at Kneaders Bakery & Cafe.

If this person is YOU, start your journey today & complete your application!

Description copied from Kneaders Bakery & Cafe's careers page. Read the full posting before you apply.

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