Executive Pastry Leader: Craft, Lead & Elevate Desserts

Citarella - The Ultimate Gourmet Market; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Dinner staff meals

Employee discount

Job summary

Citarella - The Ultimate Gourmet Market in New York is seeking an Executive Pastry Chef to lead daily pastry production across our boutiques. You will supervise the pastry team, ensure quality, cost control, and collaboration with the Culinary Director on menu development.

You will drive training, SOP adherence, and seasonal innovations while maintaining sanitation standards and high presentation. This is a hands-on leadership role for a market with multiple NYC locations.

Qualifications

• Culinary or pastry education required.
• 5+ years of pastry experience in high-volume retail or restaurant.
• 3+ years of management experience.
• Able to stand for extended periods and lift 5–30 lbs in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily pastry production and manage operations across locations.
• Recruit, coach, and train pastry staff; enforce SOPs and production deadlines.
• Collaborate with Culinary Director on new recipes and menu development.
• Control costs, scheduling, and inventory; ensure sanitation and quality.

Skills

Team leadership

Training staff

Quality assurance

Forecasting & planning

Education

Culinary or pastry education

5+ years of pastry experience

3+ years of management experience

Job description

Citarella - The Ultimate Gourmet Market in New York is seeking an Executive Pastry Chef to lead daily pastry production across our boutiques. You will supervise the pastry team, ensure quality, cost control, and collaboration with the Culinary Director on menu development.

You will drive training, SOP adherence, and seasonal innovations while maintaining sanitation standards and high presentation. This is a hands-on leadership role for a market with multiple NYC locations.