Lead Pastry Chef — Creative Desserts & Bakery Leadership

Joseph's Classic Market; North Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401K Plan

Paid Vacations & Sick Days

20% Employee Discount

Bonus Programs for Management

Job summary

Joseph’s Classic Market in Palm Beach Gardens, FL is seeking a Pastry Chef to lead bakery production, uphold high-quality standards, and create exceptional pastries and desserts for our customers.

The role requires strong leadership, culinary expertise, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced kitchen environment. Responsibilities include overseeing daily production, ensuring FIFO compliance, decorating pastries, and guiding staffing, training, and budgeting to align with brand goals.

Qualifications

• Culinary Arts Degree or Baking School certification preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a commissary, banquet, or related field
• Advanced knowledge of baking principles and techniques
• Bilingual candidates are strongly preferred
• Ability to work well with others
• A passion for serving people

Responsibilities

• Assist with overseeing daily production activities in the commissary, ensuring adherence to recipes and quality standards
• Conduct daily inspections of coolers and fridges for FIFO (First In, First Out) compliance, proper labeling, and freshness
• Monitor and support production staff in following recipes accurately to maintain consistent product quality
• Decorate pastries and desserts to ensure a visually appealing and tasteful presentation
• Guide staff in maintaining a clean and safe work environment in compliance with health and safety regulations
• Ensure that all bakery equipment is in good working condition and report any issues promptly
• Collaborate with the Bakery Manager on hiring, training, and termination processes as needed
• Maintain payroll and ordering costs to stay within budget parameters
• Innovate and create new, unique recipes that align with Joseph's Classic Market's brand and customer preferences

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Customer service

Bilingual

Education

Culinary Arts Degree or Baking School certification

2+ years commissary/banquet experience

Job description

Joseph’s Classic Market in Palm Beach Gardens, FL is seeking a Pastry Chef to lead bakery production, uphold high-quality standards, and create exceptional pastries and desserts for our customers.

The role requires strong leadership, culinary expertise, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced kitchen environment. Responsibilities include overseeing daily production, ensuring FIFO compliance, decorating pastries, and guiding staffing, training, and budgeting to align with brand goals.