Job Description

The Organization

Rhubarb is a chef-driven, farm-to-table restaurant in the heart of downtown Asheville serving modern Appalachian cuisine with genuine hospitality. What does that mean? That at Rhubarb, we believe in people-first hospitality from our employees to our farm partners to our guests. We are hiring a Pastry Prep Cook / Baker, but the person will always come before the role.

The Person 

As a Pastry Prep Cook/Baker at Rhubarb, you champion Southern foodways with modern sensibilities. You believe that the whole process is important when it comes to dining: from sourcing our produce and proteins locally and farm-direct, to whole animal usage and sustainability, to working as a team to execute a consistent experience for our guests. You are an autonomous person but enjoy working in a small team. 

The Role

• Responsible for pastry prep, from scratch croissant production and baking items for the wholesale program as well as in-house programs. Production includes but is not limited to: an advanced bread program, laminated doughs, morning pastries, cakes, and seasonal rotating plated desserts inspired by local produce.
• Mix, shape, proof, and bake
• Follow recipes carefully 
• Support the pastry team in a variety of stations/roles/recipe execution

The Qualifications

• 2 years of professional bread or pastry experience
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Lift up to 50lbs
• Great taste in music

The Reasons to Apply

• Full Time or Part Time available
• Living Wage Employer
• Paid Time Off
• Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Dining Discounts
• Daily Staff Meal
• Supportive and Responsive Management Team
• Career Development
• Full-spectrum baking exposure: breads, plated desserts, pastries, cakes, etc.
• Health Insurance (with optional Dental and Vision) for FT

Rhubarb is a place where you can simply lean in and enjoy the company. A place where food and drink are at their uncomplicated best - creating personal memories and shared experiences.

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