Lead Pastry Chef — Fine Dining, Seasonal Desserts

Wolfgang Puck; Beverly Hills (CA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k Match

Paid Time Off

Career Growth

Job summary

Spago Beverly Hills, Wolfgang Puck's flagship restaurant, seeks a highly skilled Pastry Sous Chef to craft refined desserts, breads, mignardises, and signature pastry items reflective of the Wolfgang Puck standard.

The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, high-performance kitchen, leads by example, and brings passion for hospitality, precision, and innovation to a renowned pastry team.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of pastry experience in an upscale or Michelin-level restaurant or luxury hotel.
• Previous leadership experience as a Pastry Sous Chef or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of classical and modern pastry techniques.
• Experience with plated desserts, breads, and mignardises.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to multitask and perform under pressure while maintaining quality.
• Passion for continuous learning, creativity, and hospitality.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Executive Pastry Chef in leading daily pastry department operations.
• Prepare seasonal desserts, plated desserts, breads, and mignardises with precision.
• Maintain standards for quality, presentation, and execution.
• Train and develop pastry cooks and foster teamwork.
• Assist with recipe development, menu changes, and seasonal offerings.
• Manage rotation, inventory, and ordering; uphold food safety standards.
• Collaborate with culinary team to create memorable guest experiences.
• Lead by example during service in a high-volume luxury setting.

Skills

Pastry experience

Leadership

Organization

Communication

Multitasking

Creativity

Hospitality

Job description

Spago Beverly Hills, Wolfgang Puck's flagship restaurant, seeks a highly skilled Pastry Sous Chef to craft refined desserts, breads, mignardises, and signature pastry items reflective of the Wolfgang Puck standard.

The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, high-performance kitchen, leads by example, and brings passion for hospitality, precision, and innovation to a renowned pastry team.