Pastry Chef

So-Sweet-Lebanese-; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

So Sweet Lebanese & French Pastries in Toledo is seeking a skilled French Pastry Chef to lead our pastry department. You will craft French macarons, cakes, and signature desserts with precision, beauty, and flavor, while maintaining high production standards.

The ideal candidate combines creativity with reliability, thrives in a busy kitchen, mentors others, and contributes to seasonal menus and wedding desserts for our local community.

Qualifications

• Previous professional pastry, bakery, or culinary experience.
• Knowledge of French pastry techniques.
• Strong cake decorating and piping skills.
• A good eye for detail, consistency, and presentation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare French pastries, desserts, cakes, and specialty items according to So Sweet’s recipes and standards.
• Complete daily production assignments provided by the General Manager.
• Prepare mousses, custards, pastry creams, caramel, meringues, ganache, and buttercreams.
• Produce consistent, high-quality French macarons.
• Demonstrate strong piping skills, including filling macarons and mousse cups, creating rosettes and borders, and writing on cakes and éclairs.
• Prepare and finish tarts, choux pastry, éclairs, cream puffs, tortes, petits fours, and French butter cookies.
• Decorate buttercream and fondant cakes, including custom celebration cakes and wedding cakes.
• Cut, portion, assemble, and finish products neatly and accurately.
• Understand proper proofing methods and timing for yeasted products.
• Follow correct baking temperatures and times.
• Follow recipes carefully and maintain consistency in flavor, appearance, and portion size.
• Keep track of ingredients and communicate production or inventory needs.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workspace.
• Follow all food safety, labeling, storage, and temperature-control procedures.
• Reduce waste and use ingredients responsibly.
• Support the pastry, kitchen, and front-of-house teams as needed.
• Assist with seasonal products, catering orders, weddings, and special events

Skills

French pastry techniques

Cake decorating

Piping

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Job description

French Pastry Chef

So Sweet Lebanese & French Pastries | Toledo, Ohio

So Sweet Lebanese & French Pastries is looking for a talented French Pastry Chef to join our Toledo team.

We are a locally owned pastry shop known for our French macarons, Lebanese sweets, pastries, specialty cakes, wedding desserts, and warm customer service. We care deeply about the quality of our products and the people who create them.

We are looking for someone who is reliable, hardworking, creative, and proud of their craft. The right person will enjoy working with a supportive team and creating desserts that are both beautiful and delicious.

Why Work at So Sweet?

At So Sweet, you will be more than an employee. You will be an important part of our team.

We want our employees to feel respected, appreciated, and proud of the work they do. We value new ideas, encourage creativity, and recognize the skill and dedication that go into excellent pastry work.

You will have the opportunity to:

• Create beautiful French pastries and specialty desserts
• Strengthen and showcase your pastry and decorating skills
• Contribute ideas for seasonal menus and new products
• Work on wedding cakes, special events, and custom orders
• Be part of a supportive and respectful team
• Help create memorable experiences for our customers and community

Position Summary

The French Pastry Chef is an important member of our baking and pastry department. This position is responsible for producing high-quality pastries, cakes, and desserts efficiently and consistently.

The ideal candidate pays close attention to detail, works well under pressure, stays organized, and understands that appearance is just as important as flavor.

Responsibilities

• Prepare French pastries, desserts, cakes, and specialty items according to So Sweet’s recipes and standards
• Complete daily production assignments provided by the General Manager
• Prepare mousses, custards, pastry creams, caramel, meringues, ganache, and buttercreams
• Produce consistent, high-quality French macarons
• Demonstrate strong piping skills, including filling macarons and mousse cups, creating rosettes and borders, and writing on cakes and éclairs
• Prepare and finish tarts, choux pastry, éclairs, cream puffs, tortes, petits fours, and French butter cookies
• Decorate buttercream and fondant cakes, including custom celebration cakes and wedding cakes
• Cut, portion, assemble, and finish products neatly and accurately
• Understand proper proofing methods and timing for yeasted products
• Follow correct baking temperatures and times
• Follow recipes carefully and maintain consistency in flavor, appearance, and portion size
• Keep track of ingredients and communicate production or inventory needs
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workspace
• Follow all food safety, labeling, storage, and temperature-control procedures
• Reduce waste and use ingredients responsibly
• Support the pastry, kitchen, and front-of-house teams as needed
• Assist with seasonal products, catering orders, weddings, and special events

What We Are Looking For

• Previous professional pastry, bakery, or culinary experience
• Knowledge of French pastry techniques
• Strong cake decorating and piping skills
• A good eye for detail, consistency, and presentation
• Dependability, punctuality, and a strong work ethic
• The ability to complete several tasks while staying organized
• Good communication and problem-solving skills
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team
• A positive attitude and willingness to accept feedback
• The ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen
• A genuine passion for pastry, hospitality, and excellent customer experiences

What Success Looks Like at So Sweet

A successful French Pastry Chef at So Sweet creates products that are beautiful, delicious, consistent, and completed on time. They take care of their workspace, communicate with the team, and take pride in every item they prepare.

Most importantly, they understand what So Sweet is all about: creating exceptional desserts, welcoming every guest, supporting one another, and making life’s special moments even sweeter.

If you love pastry and want to work somewhere your talent and hard work will be noticed and appreciated, we would love to meet you.

Come grow, create, and make something special with us at So Sweet.

Merci!