PASTRY CHEF

Pastry Chef - The Wild Thyme CompanySan Diego, CA | Full-Time | Creative • Professional • Sweetly WildJoin our award-winning team!The Wild Thyme Company is looking for a talented and passionate Pastry Chef to bring our dessert program to life. We're a high-energy, trendsetting catering and events company that believes in handcrafted, local, and seasonal cuisine - made with love and a dash of Wild Thyme creativity.If you're a detail-oriented pastry professional who thrives on innovation, presentation, and flavor, we'd love to meet you. This role blends artistry and precision, giving you space to design beautiful, crave-worthy desserts while working alongside some of San Diego's most inspiring culinary minds.What You'll DoCreate a wide variety of delicious pastries, desserts, and baked goods using both traditional and modern recipesDecorate and plate with imagination - ensuring each dessert looks as good as it tastesResearch, test, and develop new recipes that reflect The Wild Thyme style and current trendsMaintain a clean, organized, and efficient pastry kitchen that meets all health and safety standardsMonitor ingredient inventory, manage orders within budget, and minimize wasteMentor pastry assistants and collaborate closely with our culinary teamContribute to offsite events and occasionally assist on the savory side of the kitchenUphold our "Always Fresh, Always Ready" promise to deliver exceptional quality every timeWhat We're Looking ForProven pastry or baking experience in a professional kitchen or catering environmentStrong attention to detail, organization, and creativityExcellent time management and communication skillsA self-starter with a positive, can-do attitude and sense of urgencyAbility to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periodsCurrent California Food Handler's Card requiredBilingual (English/Spanish) a plus!Compensation & BenefitsPay Range: $23-$27 per hour (based on experience)Health Benefits after eligibility periodDaily Family Meal providedOpportunities for advancement within our growing culinary teamWork with premium local ingredients in a creative, supportive environmentWho We AreAt The Wild Thyme Company, we live by our "High 5" values Crave. Respect. Don't Half-Ass It. Huddle. Good Vibes.We believe great food and great people go hand in hand. From elegant weddings to Fortune 500 corporate events, our team brings creativity, professionalism, and joy to everything we do.Ready to bring your pastry skills to The Wild Thyme Company?Apply today and help us create desserts that make every event unforgettable.

Created: 2026-05-09