Executive Pastry Chef: Seasonal Menus & Signature Desserts

iHireChefs; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Zoe's Just Dezzerts, LLC in Baltimore, MD is seeking an Executive Pastry Chef to lead the pastry program with artistry and precision. This in-person role focuses on crafting high-quality desserts, shaping menus, and mentoring a kitchen team in a mission-driven bakery that supports autistic individuals.

The selected candidate will design seasonal menus, oversee production, manage food costs, and ensure consistent plating and presentation across wedding cakes, custom confections, and signature

Qualifications

• Experience as Executive Pastry Chef or comparable culinary professional.
• Strong menu planning and seasonal menu development skills.
• Knowledge of bread baking, dessert plating, and food presentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, preparation, and presentation of pastries and desserts.
• Create seasonal menus and distinctive dessert offerings balancing creativity, guest appeal, and profitability.
• Oversee daily pastry kitchen operations, including production schedules, portion control, food cost management, and quality standards.

Skills

Executive Pastry Chef

Menu planning

Bread baking

Food cost management

Leadership

Knife skills

Education

Culinary Arts degree

Job description

Zoe's Just Dezzerts, LLC in Baltimore, MD is seeking an Executive Pastry Chef to lead the pastry program with artistry and precision. This in-person role focuses on crafting high-quality desserts, shaping menus, and mentoring a kitchen team in a mission-driven bakery that supports autistic individuals.

The selected candidate will design seasonal menus, oversee production, manage food costs, and ensure consistent plating and presentation across wedding cakes, custom confections, and signature