Experienced Pastry Professional / Assistant Bakery Manager

Now Hiring: Experienced Pastry Professional / Assistant Bakery Manager
📍 Charlotte, NC | On-Site | Full-Time

About Honeybear Bake Shop:
Honeybear Bake Shop is a Charlotte-based online cookie boutique and pop-up shop, founded during the pandemic by Executive Pastry Chef Hannah Neville. Known for our weekly cookie boxes and bold, creative flavors, we've proudly been voted Best Cookies in Charlotte by Charlotte Magazine in 2021, 2022, and 2024, and named Runner-Up in 2023 and 2025. We’re passionate about creating a sweet experience for every customer—and we’re growing!

Role Overview:
We’re looking for a skilled and motivated pastry professional to join our team as a hybrid Pastry Assistant / Assistant Bakery Manager. This person will play a key role in daily production, help oversee bakery operations in the chef’s absence, and maintain high standards of quality and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

Support daily baking and pastry production

Execute advanced baking methods (e.g., creaming, lamination)

Assist with prep lists, opening/closing duties, and inventory

Uphold food safety and cleanliness standards

Step into a leadership role when the head pastry chef is away

What We’re Looking For:

Minimum 2 years pastry experience (required)

Strong baking knowledge and familiarity with food safety

Excellent organization and multitasking in a fast-paced environment

Weekend availability

Food safety/culinary certifications a plus

Compensation & Perks:

$16–$18/hr, based on experience

Working interview required

Opportunities for growth with a small, passionate company 📈