Lead Pastry Chef — Scratch Bakery & Seasonal Desserts

The HOUSEPitality Family

Richmond (VA)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 70,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Bereavement leave

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Employee discount

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

The HOUSEpitality Family is seeking an experienced Pastry Chef to lead the Can Can Brasserie bakery and pastry program in Richmond, VA. This full-time, salaried leadership role oversees production from artisan breads and laminated doughs to plated desserts, cultivating a strong, creative pastry team.

You will manage seasonal dessert development, cost controls, and quality standards while mentoring a skilled pastry staff in a family-owned Richmond institution that has served the community since

Qualifications

Minimum 5 years of professional pastry or bakery experience.
Demonstrated expertise producing artisan breads, croissants, laminated doughs, pastries, and desserts at volume.
Strong understanding of baking fundamentals, pastry techniques, and scratch production.
Experience managing food cost, labor, ordering, and inventory.

Responsibilities

Lead daily bakery and pastry production, including breads, croissants, pastries, desserts, and specialty items.
Oversee cost of goods, labor goals, and inventory control for the pastry department.

Skills

Leadership

Team building

Communication

Organization

Job description

You will manage seasonal dessert development, cost controls, and quality standards while mentoring a skilled pastry staff in a family-owned Richmond institution that has served the community since

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