Job description:
Pastry Prep
Matchaful Culinary Lab – Clinton Hill, Brooklyn, NY
FT | Monday–Friday | $20/hr
About Matchaful
Matchaful offers sustainable Japanese matcha and plant-based, gluten-free food. With eight cafés across NYC, we’re leading the plant-based, high-integrity matcha movement through sustainability, creativity, and clean ingredients.
Our Culinary Lab in Clinton Hill is where we craft our signature latte concentrates, gluten-free pastries, breakfast parfaits, and more. It’s an inspiring space built for creativity, teamwork, and innovation and we’re looking for a dedicated Pastry Prep to join our growing team.
Job Summary
As a Pastry Prep, you’ll help produce and package our grab-and-go food and pastry items while ensuring consistent quality and presentation.
You’ll thrive in this role if you’re passionate about organic, gluten-free, and refined sugar-free food, love following recipes precisely, and take pride in clean, efficient work. We’re seeking a kind, reliable, and detail-oriented individual who enjoys working in a collaborative kitchen environment but can also self-manage and perform under pressure.
Responsibilities
Prepare large-batch food and baked goods following recipes and production standards
Maintain a clean, organized, and food-safe kitchen environment
Ensure quality control and consistency for all products
Pack, label, and organize products for café distribution
Assist with inventory, deliveries, and kitchen maintenance
Communicate clearly with team members and managers
Support recipe testing and continuous process improvements
Qualifications
1+ years culinary or food production experience required
NYC Food Handler’s License (required to obtain within 30 days)
1+ years experience with plant-based, and gluten-free baking
Strong attention to detail, cleanliness, and efficiency
Ability to stand for 8+ hours and lift up to 50 lbs
Positive attitude, adaptability, and a love of teamwork
Authorized to work in the U.S.
Schedule
Full-time, Monday–Friday (occasional weekend day if needed)
Morning to afternoon shifts
Compensation & Benefits
$20/hour
River Health Plan stipend
Accrued Paid Time Off
Supportive, mission-driven work environment
How to Apply
If you’re excited about sustainable food, teamwork, and continual growth, we’d love to hear from you!
Apply with your resume and a short note on why you’d be a great fit for our Culinary Lab team.
Join us in shaping the future of plant-based food at Matchaful.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
Health insurance
Work Location: In person
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