Pastry Chef

MAX; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Employee Discount on Meals

Flexible Scheduling

Opportunities for Growth and Advance{d

401(k) with matching up to 4%

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life, Accident, Critical Illness and$

Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Account and Dependet

Paid Time Off & Paid Sick Time

Referral Program

Career Development within the Max Hosp

Job summary

MAX is seeking a Pastry Chef to lead our pastry program at Max’s Tavern and Max’s Swing Lounge in Springfield, MA. You will craft a creative, seasonal dessert menu and collaborate with the culinary team to elevate final courses across both venues.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of pastry leadership in fine dining, a strong sense of flavor and presentation, inventory and cost controls, and a collaborative, high-energy mindset.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of pastry chef experience in fine dining or upscale-casual kitchen.
• Strong focus on flavor, presentation, and seasonality.
• Experience managing pastry production, ordering, and inventory.

Responsibilities

• Lead the dessert menu creation and execution for both venues.
• Oversee daily pastry production ensuring consistency and timely delivery.
• Manage pastry ingredient ordering and overall inventory.

Skills

Pastry leadership

Menu development

Dessert plating

Inventory management

Cost control

Team mentoring

Job description

PASTRY CHEF – MAX’S TAVERN & MAX’S SWING LOUNGE, SPRINGFIELD, MAJoin the Max Hospitality Team!Max’s Tavern and Max’s Swing Lounge, both located at the iconic Basketball Hall of Fame in Springfield, MA, are seeking a Pastry Chef with open availability to lead our pastry program and contribute to our high-performing culinary team. If you're passionate about creating exceptional desserts, have an eye for detail, and thrive in a high-energy, upscale-casual environment, we’d love to meet you!Max Hospitality has been a regional leader in elevated dining experiences for over 30 years, delivering exceptional cuisine and outstanding service. We are committed to fostering a culture of innovation, teamwork, and professional growth. We seek professionals who are enthusiastic, reliable, and eager to make an impact within a dynamic restaurant group.Max’s Tavern offers refined American cuisine in an upscale-casual setting, while Max’s Swing Lounge provides a unique golf simulator and lounge-style dining experience. Both concepts share a commitment to excellence, quality, and consistency, providing a lively and memorable experience for our guests. The Pastry Chef will play a pivotal role in developing a creative and seasonal dessert menu that complements our diverse offerings and enhances the overall dining experience.What We’re Looking For:Experience:Proven experience as a Pastry Chef (3-5 years strongly preferred) in a fine-dining or upscale-casual kitchenStrong background in creating high-quality desserts with attention to flavor, presentation, and seasonalityExperience managing pastry production, including ordering, inventory, and ensuring consistency and qualityStrong understanding of food and labor costs, budgeting, and inventory managementExperience working in high-volume service environmentsExpertise in creating innovative desserts that complement a wide variety of dishes, including refined American cuisine and lounge-style fareA solid understanding of food safety and sanitation standardsSkills & Qualities:A passion for pastry with an eye for creativity, detail, and visual appealStrong leadership abilities, with experience mentoring and developing pastry assistantsAbility to stay organized and maintain efficiency in a fast-paced, team-oriented kitchenStrong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with the Executive Chef and kitchen teamExpertise in traditional pastry techniques and modern dessert innovationsAbility to work well under pressure while maintaining high standards of qualityA dedication to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization in the kitchenResponsibilities:Lead the creation and execution of the dessert menu, ensuring each dish complements the diverse culinary offerings at both Max’s Tavern and Max’s Swing LoungeOversee the daily production of desserts, ensuring consistent quality and timely delivery of all pastry itemsManage inventory and ordering for pastry ingredients, ensuring the kitchen is fully stocked and organizedCollaborate with the Executive Chef to develop new seasonal desserts that align with the restaurants' evolving menusManage food and labor costs effectively to stay within budget while maintaining exceptional qualitySupervise and mentor pastry assistants, ensuring they meet training and quality standardsMaintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work environment in accordance with food safety regulationsCreate and maintain detailed recipe books and production schedulesAssist in special event or catering dessert creation when neededDiversity Creates a Healthy Atmosphere:Max Hospitality is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other protected characteristic.Applicants with criminal backgrounds are encouraged to apply.Benefits:Competitive PayEmployee Discount on MealsFlexible SchedulingOpportunities for Growth and Advancement401(k) with matching up to 4%Health, Dental, and Vision InsuranceLife, Accident, Critical Illness and Disability InsuranceFlexible Spending Account and Dependent Care AccountPaid Time Off & Paid Sick TimeReferral ProgramLife, Accident, Critical Illness, & Pet InsuranceCareer Development within the Max Hospitality Group