Viennoiserie Production

Overview

The Viennoiserie Production team member plays a key role in our commissary kitchen, crafting high-quality laminated and enriched dough pastries for our café locations, catering operations, and wholesale clients. This position involves hands-on production of a variety of viennoiserie items, including croissants, danishes, and specialty creations, using traditional techniques and premium ingredients. Working within a collaborative team, all Viennoiserie Production team members are responsible for maintaining the highest standards of craftsmanship, efficiency, and consistency.

This is a dynamic role in a high-volume production environment, requiring attention to detail, excellent time management, and a commitment to delivering exceptional results. Those in the Viennoiserie Production role will also contribute to maintaining an organized, clean, and efficient kitchen workspace.

Key Responsibilities

• Lamination and Dough Preparation: Prepare and laminate dough for croissants, Danishes, and other viennoiserie items, maintaining precise layer counts and consistency.
• Shaping and Baking: Portion, shape, and proof viennoiserie products with an emphasis on uniformity and detail.
• Recipe Execution: Follow established recipes and production schedules while maintaining strict quality standards.
• Quality Control: Ensure all products meet visual, textural, and flavor expectations before packaging or distribution.
• Equipment Operation: Safely operate and maintain tools and machinery, such as sheeters, mixers, and ovens.
• Production Efficiency: Work effectively to meet daily production targets set forth by the Viennoiserie Lead or Pastry Sous Chef.
• Inventory Management: Monitor and report ingredient levels to the ordering manager to ensure uninterrupted production.
• Hygiene and Organization: Maintain a clean, organized, and food-safe work environment in compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Team Collaboration: Communicate effectively with the kitchen team to ensure seamless workflow and timely delivery.

Qualifications

• 1-3+ years of professional experience in viennoiserie production, with understanding and expertise in lamination techniques.
• Strong understanding of dough development, fermentation, and production in a commercial setting.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume environment without compromising quality.
• Exceptional attention to detail and consistency in shaping and finishing products.
• Flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as production demands.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills to work with cross-functional teams.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand for extended periods, and perform repetitive tasks.

What We Offer

• Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and career advancement as our cafe continues to expand.
• Dynamic Work Environment: Work in a fun, supportive, and dynamic environment where we take our work seriously but have fun while we do it.
• Employee Benefits: 401k, PTO, Sick Time, Health Insurance, Food/Beverage Discounts and more.

About Us

We believe in more than just serving exceptional food and drink—we believe in fostering a community where great people, comfort, and quality converge.

The Buttery is many things:

• a great local eatery
• the village bakery & patisserie
• an exceptional specialty coffee shop
• all wrapped in a unique retail environment

We are a communal gathering place that fosters care and warmth through great hospitality in our customers' lives. But most importantly, we are a collective of people coming together with a shared goal of building a healthy business through creating exceptional food and providing wonderful experiences.