Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Jacqueline's Bakery
Job overview
The Pastry Baker (FT) role at Jacqueline's Bakery involves working under the French Executive Pastry Chef to produce high-quality French and some American pastries during a 12-month J1 visa internship.
Responsibilities and impact
The candidate will prepare and bake various French pastries, operate bakery machinery, manage production quantities, ensure product quality, maintain hygiene, and organize pastry displays and storage.
Experience and skills
Requires 2-5 years of pâtissier experience, knowledge of French baking methods, English proficiency, and motivation to work in the USA under a J1 visa.
Job location and travel
The position is located in Melbourne, Florida, USA, and is a full-time 40 hours/week role with 2 days off.
Unique job features
This position is unique as it is offered through a J1 visa internship program for 12 months, focusing on French pastry techniques.
Company overview
Jacqueline's Bakery is a locally owned bakery specializing in traditional French pastries, artisan breads, and custom cakes, serving both retail customers and wholesale clients such as cafes and restaurants. The business generates revenue through in-store sales, online orders, catering services, and supplying baked goods to local businesses. Founded by Jacqueline, a classically trained pastry chef, the bakery is known for its commitment to authentic recipes, high-quality ingredients, and personalized customer service. Candidates should be aware of its strong community presence, reputation for excellence, and focus on both classic and innovative baked goods. The bakery values teamwork, creativity, and a passion for baking in its staff.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to highlight your 2-5 years of experience as a Pâtissier, emphasizing mastery of French baking techniques and your ability to prepare a variety of French pastries like cakes, tartlets, and choux pastry.
Stress your familiarity with operating bakery machinery such as deck ovens, convection ovens, mixers, and sheeters, along with your skills in production quantity calculation and quality control.
Apply through Jacqueline's Bakery's official corporate website and LinkedIn job postings, as well as other reputable job boards that list J1 visa internship opportunities to maximize your chances.
Connect with current or former employees in the pastry or culinary division at Jacqueline's Bakery on LinkedIn; start conversations by complimenting their bakery creations or asking about their experience working under the French Executive Pastry Chef.
Optimize your resume for ATS by including keywords from the job description such as 'French Methods,' 'Pâtissier,' 'baking techniques,' 'deck oven,' and 'quality control' to ensure your resume passes initial screenings.
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