Pastry Chef at Rose Cafe Sunny Isles Beach, FL

Rose Café; Florida; On-site; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Rose Cafe in Sunny Isles Beach, FL is seeking an experienced Pastry Chef to join our culinary team. You will create, innovate and execute seasonal desserts while maintaining a clean, organized kitchen.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of pastry experience, proficiency in French pastry techniques, and the ability to lead and train staff. This full-time role offers $75,000–$80,000 annually plus benefits, with weekends and holidays required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of pastry chef experience in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Proficiency in French pastry techniques and cake decorating.
• Ability to multitask, maintain quality, and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, bake, and finish all baked goods to quality standards.
• Lead development of custom desserts and new menus.
• Collaborate with kitchen for efficient workflow and deadlines.
• Design and decorate cakes and pastries with plating skills.
• Maintain clean workspace and uphold food safety standards.
• Assist with staff training and pastry knowledge sharing.
• Monitor food costs and support budget targets.
• Support production planning and menu development.

Skills

Pastry chef experience

French pastry techniques

Cake decorating

Food safety & hygiene

Team leadership

Communication skills

Tools

Kitchen equipment operation

Job description

Pastry Chef job at Rose Cafe. Sunny Isles Beach, FL.

Rose Cafe is seeking an experienced and passionate Pastry Chef to join our culinary team. As a vital part of our kitchen, you will be responsible for creating, innovating and executing seasonal dessert menus while fostering a clean and organized kitchen environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparation, baking, and finishing of all baked goods, including but not limited to bread, croissants, cookies, cakes, tarts, pies, and candies, ensuring quality and consistency in all products.
• Lead the creation and development of custom desserts, contributing to new menu proposals and product innovation.
• Collaborate with the kitchen team to ensure efficient workflow, consistently producing high-quality pastries, croissants and desserts under tight deadlines.
• Design and decorate cakes, pastries, croissants and other items with an artistic approach, paying close attention to plating and presentation standards.
• Maintain a spotless and organized workspace, ensuring all equipment is sanitized and adhering to the highest food safety and cleanliness standards.
• Manage inventory of food supplies, including fresh produce, dairy, and other key ingredients, ensuring proper storage and rotation to minimize waste.
• Assist with staff training, sharing pastry knowledge, techniques, and best practices to develop the culinary team.
• Support in maintaining food cost controls and monitor quality to meet budgetary targets.
• Contribute to the overall operational efficiency of the cafe, assisting in scheduling, production planning, and menu development.

Required Skills & Abilities:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Pastry Chef in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen, with proven expertise in both classic and modern pastry techniques.
• Strong understanding of pastry tools, equipment, and baking methods, with the ability to operate and maintain kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
• Proficiency in French pastry techniques, cake making and decorating, ice cream/sorbet making, and plating and presentation, with a keen eye for detail.
• Experience in creating and executing recipes that meet corporate specifications, while maintaining quality control and consistency.
• Ability to multitask, stay organized, and meet deadlines in a dynamic work environment.
• Availability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays, to accommodate the needs of the business.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative attitude, with the ability to lead by example and foster a positive work environment.

Compensation: $75,000 – $80,000 per year, commensurate with experience.

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off

If you're a skilled and creative pastry chef looking to join a vibrant, collaborative team, we'd love to hear from you!