Creative Pastry Sous Chef - High-Volume Bakery Leader

Goddess and the Baker; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits after 60 days

Job summary

Goddess and the Baker is seeking a talented Pastry Chef to lead production at our Chicago area facility, driving innovation and quality for desserts and pastries. You will collaborate with the pastry team to develop recipes, oversee scheduling, and ensure top-tier product quality for multiple outlets.

The role requires 2+ years of pastry experience, strong leadership, and the ability to manage high-volume production while upholding sanitation and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a pastry-focused role.
• Experience managing food and labor costs (P&L and budgeting).
• High-volume, high-quality production experience.
• Strong organization and ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Up-to-date with trends and techniques.
• Willing to work weekends and holidays.
• Knowledge of bakery equipment and operation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee preparation and production of desserts, bread, and pastries for several outlets.
• Support the Executive Pastry Chef with new recipes and techniques.
• Process internal invoices and manage billing of wholesale accounts.
• Schedule a team of up to 25 employees including production, packing and delivery drivers.
• Maintain and develop sanitation practices.
• Motivate the team to uphold high standards in food and service.
• Ensure adherence to company health and safety requirements.
• Train bakers on responsibilities and compliance.

Skills

Great Communication Skills

Trend awareness

Time management

Team leadership

Adaptability

Education

Sanitation certification

Tools

Slicing machine

Mixers

VCR

Small wares equipment

Job description

Goddess and the Baker is seeking a talented Pastry Chef to lead production at our Chicago area facility, driving innovation and quality for desserts and pastries. You will collaborate with the pastry team to develop recipes, oversee scheduling, and ensure top-tier product quality for multiple outlets.

The role requires 2+ years of pastry experience, strong leadership, and the ability to manage high-volume production while upholding sanitation and safety standards.