Pastry Chef

The Talent Shop

Boyce (VA)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 80,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

A leading boutique French country inn is seeking a skilled Pastry Chef to lead their pastry operations and create exquisite desserts. This role involves designing custom cakes, managing inventory, and working closely with a talented culinary team. Ideal candidates will have experience in fine dining environments and a passion for using fresh, local ingredients.

Qualifications

Proven experience in fine dining or Michelin-quality kitchens as a pastry chef.
Expertise in wedding cakes and modern pastry techniques.
Strong organizational skills for inventory management.

Responsibilities

Designing and executing wedding cakes and custom desserts for events.
Leading pastry operations across restaurants, ensuring high-quality standards.
Collaborating closely with the Executive Chef to develop innovative desserts.

Skills

Pastry creation

Wedding cakes

Chocolate work

Modern pastry techniques

Creative dessert presentation

Inventory management

Team collaboration

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Base pay range

$70,000.00/yr - $80,000.00/yr

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Managing Partner @ The Talent Shop | MBA, HR

Pastry Chef – Fine Dining

A boutique French country inn with two acclaimed restaurants, invites applications for a creative, skilled, and passionate Pastry Chef to join our award-winning culinary team.

Your Role Includes:

Designing and executing wedding cakes and custom celebration desserts for events and private parties
Leading all pastry operations across two restaurants, ensuring Michelin-quality standards and fine dining experience throughout every service
Creating and presenting elevated, seasonal desserts with modern plating and beautiful presentation
Managing all pastry inventory, ordering, and cost control to maintain seamless operations
Collaborating closely with the Executive Chef and a team of talented chefs to develop innovative, farm-to-table desserts that showcase the best of each season
Overseeing our high tea and salon service for inn guests, with a focus on refined pastries and tea cakes
Maintaining and expanding our bread and pastry program, including the use of a sheeter and chocolate work (with opportunities to grow this area)
Ensuring all desserts and pastries reflect the highest standards of technique, flavor, and artistry expected in a fine dining environment

What We’re Looking For:

Proven experience in fine dining or Michelin-quality kitchens as a pastry chef
Expertise in wedding cakes, chocolate work, modern pastry techniques, and creative dessert presentation
Strong organizational skills for inventory management and kitchen operations
Collaborative spirit and leadership ability to work with a dedicated culinary team
Passion for farm-to-table cuisine and working with the freshest local ingredients

Seniority level