Executive Pastry Sous Chef - Main Event Caterers

Replies within 24 hours Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Competitive salary Dental insurance Free food & snacks Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Executive Pastry Sous Chef - Main Event CaterersJob Summary: The Executive Pastry Sous Chef will assist the Executive Pastry Chef in overseeing all aspects of pastry production, development, and execution for catered events. This role requires a dynamic leader who is passionate about fine pastry arts, thrives under pressure, and can inspire a team to consistently exceed expectations. The Executive Pastry Sous Chef will play a key role in recipe innovation, quality control, team training, and maintaining the company's high standards of excellence. Supervisory Responsibilities: Trains new staff in the department. Oversees the daily workflow of the department. Provides constructive and timely performance evaluations. Duties/Responsibilities: Assist in managing daily pastry production for a wide range of luxury events. Collaborate with the Executive Pastry Chef on menu development, seasonal offerings, and custom client requests. Ensure consistent quality, presentation, and flavor in all pastry items, aligning with the company's brand standards. Maintain inventory control, ordering, and cost management for pastry department supplies. Uphold impeccable standards of hygiene, food safety, and workplace organization in compliance with health regulations. Oversee setup, transport, and on-site pastry execution as needed for off-premise events. Act as the department lead in the Executive Pastry Chef's absence, ensuring seamless operations. Stay current with industry trends, techniques, and luxury dessert innovations to inspire the team and delight clients. Other duties as assigned. Required Skills/Abilities: Exceptional skills in pastry, chocolate work, sugar artistry, plated desserts, and specialty cakes. Strong leadership, organizational, and communication abilities. High level of professionalism, creativity, and attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and event-based schedules. Education and Experience: Minimum 5 years professional pastry experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership or sous chef role, preferably in a luxury hotel, fine dining, or high-end catering environment. Culinary degree or formal pastry training from a recognized institution preferred. Physical Requirements: Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times. Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization's facilities. Available nights, weekends, and holidays. Compensation: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Crafting Memorable Experiences with Creativity and Elegance At Main Event Caterers, we bring your vision to life by fulfilling your distinct needs with excitement, unparalleled creativity, and the freshest quality ingredients. From intimate gatherings to grand celebrations, we infuse every event with flawless elegance and a passion for perfection. Name the milestone, envision the mood you want to create, and dream big about the experience you wish to share with your guests. Then relax. And relax some more, as Main Event Caterers takes care of every detail, ensuring your unique event unfolds seamlessly, leaving you free to savor every moment. Behind each event is our team of highly professional servers, bartenders, and staff who bring unparalleled dedication and expertise to every occasion. We employ only the best, ensuring that your guests receive exceptional service throughout. If you're interested in joining our top-tier team or exploring the job opportunities we offer, we invite you to check out our .

Created: 2026-03-04