We’re seeking a skilled Pastry Chef to plan, prepare, and present a variety of baked goods and desserts. Responsibilities include developing recipes, managing pastry production, ensuring quality and consistency, maintaining inventory and kitchen cleanliness, supervising pastry staff, and enforcing food safety standards. Requires professional pastry experience, strong baking techniques, creativity, attention to detail, and good time-management skills. Culinary degree or equivalent preferred. Competitive pay and benefits.
Skills
- Strong baking and pastry techniques (doughs, laminations, custards, ganaches)
- Recipe development and menu creativity
- Plating and dessert presentation skills
- Food safety and sanitation knowledge (HACCP/ServSafe)
- Time management and ability to work under pressure
- Inventory management and cost control
- Supervisory and team leadership skills
- Attention to detail and consistency
- Knowledge of dietary restrictions and alternative ingredients
- Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment and maintenance