Assistant Pastry Chef

ASSISTANT PASTRY CHEF

Location: Hightop Hospitality Commissary Kitchen • Saint Paul, MN
Compensation: $18.00–$22.00 per hour, based on experience and skill level
Schedule: 3 days per week (with additional hours during peak season)

ABOUT THE ROLE

Love baking from scratch, working with a passionate team, and being part of events that people remember forever? Hightop Hospitality is looking to add an Assistant Pastry Chef to our St. Paul catering division, working alongside our Executive Pastry Chef. From elegant wedding cakes and French macarons to profiteroles, tartlets, dessert shooters, and buttermilk biscuits, our pastry department creates scratch-made products that bring every event to life.

This role is hands-on and fast-paced, perfect for someone who takes pride in consistency, organization, and craft. No two days are the same. You’ll work behind the scenes to bring events to life while building strong foundational pastry skills in a high-volume, professional kitchen.

ABOUT US

Hightop Hospitality supports four catering brands—The Deco Catering, Kafe 421, Sterling Catering, and Green Mill Catering—executing events across a wide variety of venues in the Twin Cities metro. Our pastry program plays a key role in delivering high-quality, scratch-made products that elevate every guest experience.

SCHEDULE

We operate year-round with peak event season from May through early November.

• Year-round role with consistent part-time hours and increased scheduling during peak event season
• Set schedule of approximately 3 days per week (with additional hours during peak season)
• Shifts typically begin early morning and run through daytime hours
• Regular availability required for Fridays and Saturdays during peak season

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Prepare and bake a variety of scratch-made pastries, desserts, and baked goods
• Assist with production of cakes, fillings, frostings, and plated desserts
• Follow recipes with precision and assist with scaling and batch production
• Maintain consistency and high-quality presentation standards
• Support ingredient prep, portioning, and inventory organization
• Help with packaging, labeling, and preparing orders for events
• Maintain a clean, organized, and food-safe kitchen environment
• Collaborate with culinary and events teams to execute production timelines

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• 2+ years of pastry or baking experience preferred
• Basic understanding of baking fundamentals and kitchen techniques
• Ability to read and follow recipes accurately
• Strong attention to detail and consistency
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs
• Reliable, punctual, and team-oriented
• Availability for early mornings, weekdays, and weekends
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn

WHO THRIVES HERE

• People who enjoy hands-on, detail-oriented work
• Team players who communicate well in a kitchen environment
• Individuals who take pride in craftsmanship and consistency
• Adaptable problem-solvers who can handle high-volume production
• Those interested in growing a career in pastry or baking

WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING HERE

• Hands-on training and skill development in a professional pastry kitchen
• Work on a wide variety of products—from rustic baked goods to elegant desserts
• Consistent year-round work with seasonal variety
• Supportive, team-focused environment
• Opportunities for growth within Hightop Hospitality

READY TO JOIN US?

Apply today and be part of a team that creates memorable experiences—one dessert at a time.