Head Pastry Chef — Lead & Create in Premier Scratch Bakery

Lager Executive Search

Lake Forest (IL)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 80,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

An established scratch bakery in Lake Forest, IL is looking for an Executive Pastry Chef to lead the pastry operation. You will work directly with the owner, enjoy full creative freedom, and guide a seasoned team in a long-standing, upscale setting with state-of-the-art equipment.

The role emphasizes leadership, vision, and hands-on pastry excellence, with compensation in a competitive range of $65,000 to $80,000 per year.

Job description

An established scratch bakery in Lake Forest, IL is looking for an Executive Pastry Chef to lead the pastry operation. You will work directly with the owner, enjoy full creative freedom, and guide a seasoned team in a long-standing, upscale setting with state-of-the-art equipment.

The role emphasizes leadership, vision, and hands-on pastry excellence, with compensation in a competitive range of $65,000 to $80,000 per year.

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