Santa Canela is a Mexican pastry shop & cafe in Highland Park, Los Angeles, and we're looking for a Pastry Jr. Sous to join our team! We’re a Los Angeles-based Mexican panadería that celebrates Mexican flavors and techniques with seasonal pastries and baked goods created by Loreto & LA Cha Cha Chás’ pastry chef, Chef Ellen.

We’re looking for a responsible and reliable Pastry Jr. Sous who is interested in working directly under our group’s Pastry Chef. This is a great opportunity for

Open availability a must. This is a part-time to full-time position: Wednesday - Sunday, 6 AM to 2 PM.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and support the bakery team with assembly and final production of pastry menu under the Pastry Chef
• Assemble, prepare, and plate all pastry menu items
• Ensure all pastry products meet company standards for quality, taste, and presentation before being served.
• Train and support Bakery Team Members with BOH/food knowledge and protocols, maintaining consistency in technique, timing, and sanitation.
• Oversee daily pastry operations, including opening and closing the bakery.
• Manage pastry inventory and ordering, ensuring accurate rotation, labeling, and minimal waste.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and food safety standards across all pastry work areas and storage.
• Record and communicate daily production, inventory, and maintenance needs to management.
• Alert management to necessary repairs and maintenance for pastry equipment.
• Collaborate with FOH leadership to ensure smooth coordination between pastry and beverage/FOH

Qualifications:

• Valid food handler certificate required upon start date
• 2+ years experience working in high volume bakery preferred
• Experience working as a Lead Pastry Cook or Pastry Jr Sous Chef preferred
• Be comfortable with repetitive motions such as walking, bending and standing during your scheduled shift.
• Be able to lift and carry at least 50 pounds.

Compensation:

• $19-$21 hourly rate based on experience
• Upon completion of training, estimated tips around $80 - $200 per week. Tip amounts are not guaranteed and are dependent on hours worked and business volume.

This job description is not an exclusive list of all functions of the role. Other tasks may be asked to be performed as needed in the best interest of the business.