Lead Pastry Chef, Commissary & Retail Ops

Witt/Kieffer; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-known culinary organization is seeking a Pastry Chef for its LA Commissary to manage all aspects of production. Responsibilities include overseeing the pastry team, maintaining inventory, and ensuring quality standards are met. Candidates should have strong interpersonal skills, effective communication abilities, and at least 5 years of kitchen experience. The position requires teamwork and leadership in a fast-paced environment, aiming to produce top-quality pastries and viennoiserie products.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma; formal culinary education is preferred.
• 5 years' experience in kitchen preparation with 6 months in management.
• Able to communicate in English & reasonable amount of Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of pastry and viennoiserie production.
• Responsible for hiring and staffing the commissary pastry team.
• Maintain inventory of pastry-related goods and oversee cleanliness.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Effective oral communication

Basic math skills

Ability to work as a team player

Education

High school diploma

Job description

A well-known culinary organization is seeking a Pastry Chef for its LA Commissary to manage all aspects of production. Responsibilities include overseeing the pastry team, maintaining inventory, and ensuring quality standards are met. Candidates should have strong interpersonal skills, effective communication abilities, and at least 5 years of kitchen experience. The position requires teamwork and leadership in a fast-paced environment, aiming to produce top-quality pastries and viennoiserie products.