Haraz Coffee House is looking for a reliable, detail-oriented, and hardworking Pastry Assistant / Bakery Assistant to join our team! We’re looking for someone who enjoys working with baked goods, takes pride in presentation, and can help prepare our pastry display and kitchen for a smooth morning opening.

Key Responsibilities

Early Morning Baking & Production: Assist with baking crossaints, cookies, and bread, and pastries to ensure everything is ready before opening.
Pastry Display Setup: Arrange pastries, breads, and desserts neatly in display cases and on retail shelves, maintaining an attractive presentation.
Breakfast Prep: Slice artisan breads such as ciabatta and brioche, prepare ingredients, and organize stations for breakfast sandwiches and morning service.
Quality Control & Inventory: Monitor baking times and temperatures, check freshness, rotate products, and help track daily production needs.
Kitchen Organization: Keep ingredients, baking supplies, and workstations organized and properly stocked.
Cleaning & Sanitation: Maintain a clean, organized kitchen and follow all food safety and health department guidelines.
Teamwork: Work efficiently with the kitchen and café team to ensure the bakery is ready for daily operations.

Qualifications

Previous bakery, pastry, or food preparation experience preferred, but we are willing to train the right candidate.
Reliable, punctual, and comfortable working early morning shifts.
Strong attention to detail and pride in food quality and presentation.
Able to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks.
Knowledge of basic food safety and sanitation practices.
Able to stand for extended periods and lift baking supplies as needed.
Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and ability to work independently.

Position Details

Position: Part-Time or Full-Time (based on availability)
Location: Haraz Coffee House, Fairfax, VA
Schedule: Early morning opening shifts; weekend availability may be required.
Pay: Competitive, based on experience.

Pay: $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30.0 – 40.0 per week

Benefits:

Employee discount

Work Location: In person

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