Pastry Executive Sous Chef - Michelin-Led, Hands-On Leadership

crenndininggroup; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Crenn Dining Group, home to Atelier Crenn in San Francisco, seeks a Pastry Executive Sous Chef to lead pastry operations across a high-end dining program. This hands-on, leadership-driven role focuses on execution, consistency, and collaboration with culinary and service teams.

The ideal candidate has Michelin-level pastry experience and a proven ability to mentor pastry cooks in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment, while upholding safety and quality across all menus and events.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in Michelin level pastry programs.
• 2+ years experience as Pastry Sous Chef or similar leadership role in a fine-dining restaurant environment
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to lead by example in a fast-paced, detail-driven kitchen.
• Working knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards.
• Commitment to consistency, craftsmanship, and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day pastry kitchen operations, including prep, service, and production.
• Work with CDC to organize and mentor pastry cooks, ensuring clarity, accountability, and high standards.
• Maintain recipe accuracy, quality control, and allergy compliance.
• Ensure food safety, sanitation, and regulatory compliance at all times.
• Oversee ordering, inventory control, waste management, and labor.
• Assist with monthly inventories and food cost tracking.
• Act as a pastry point person for buyouts and special events.
• Collaborate closely with service leadership to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Participate in weekly management meetings and operational planning.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Food safety knowledge

Job description

Crenn Dining Group, home to Atelier Crenn in San Francisco, seeks a Pastry Executive Sous Chef to lead pastry operations across a high-end dining program. This hands-on, leadership-driven role focuses on execution, consistency, and collaboration with culinary and service teams.

The ideal candidate has Michelin-level pastry experience and a proven ability to mentor pastry cooks in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment, while upholding safety and quality across all menus and events.