Pastry Junior Sous Chef: Lead Dessert Production

Goddess-and-the-Bake; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits after 60 days

Job summary

Goddess and the Baker seeks a talented junior sous chef to lead dessert production at our new Chicago-area facility. You will guide a team, assist in recipe development, and uphold superior sanitation and quality standards.

With 2+ years in a similar role and strong P&L budgeting experience, you will thrive in a fast-paced, creative bakery environment that emphasizes innovation and collaboration.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a comparable pastry role.
• Proven ability to manage food and labor costs (P&L/budget).
• High-volume, high-quality production experience.
• Well-organized with timeline-focused results.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.
• Knowledge of weights, measures and baking techniques.

Responsibilities

• Oversee preparation and production of desserts, bread, and pastries for multiple outlets.
• Support the Executive Pastry Chef with new recipes and techniques.
• Process invoices and manage wholesale billing.
• Schedule a team of up to 25 employees including production, packing and drivers.
• Maintain sanitation and ensure health code compliance.
• Train bakers and uphold high standards of quality and presentation.

Skills

2+ years experience

P&L and budgeting experience

Strong communication

Bakery equipment knowledge

Trend awareness

Education

Health, safety and sanitation certification

Tools

Bakery equipment (slicing machine, mixers)

Job description

Goddess and the Baker seeks a talented junior sous chef to lead dessert production at our new Chicago-area facility. You will guide a team, assist in recipe development, and uphold superior sanitation and quality standards.

With 2+ years in a similar role and strong P&L budgeting experience, you will thrive in a fast-paced, creative bakery environment that emphasizes innovation and collaboration.