Pastry Lead — Desserts & Menu Innovation

Windsor Court Hotel; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid Time Off

Disability coverage

Life & AD&D Insurance

Employee assistance program

401k Retirement Plan

Parking discount

Dry cleaning discount

Job summary

Windsor Court Hotel in New Orleans is seeking a talented Pastry Sous Chef to join our culinary team and help oversee the creation, presentation, and quality of pastries, desserts, and baked goods for our guests. You will work closely with the Executive Chef, lead a pastry staff, and contribute to menu development.

The ideal candidate has proven pastry experience in a high-volume or upscale setting, excellent leadership, and a strong commitment to food safety and kitchen excellence, including

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Pastry Sous Chef or similar role in a high-volume or upscale culinary setting.
• Strong knowledge of pastry techniques, baking methods, and dessert presentation.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and adapt to changing priorities.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a passion for culinary excellence.
• Knowledge of food safety standards and sanitation practices.
• Culinary degree or relevant certification preferred.
• Flexibility to work long hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Executive Chef in planning, organizing, and supervising the preparation and presentation of all pastry and dessert items
• Manage daily kitchen operations related to pastry production, ensuring consistency, quality, and timely delivery
• Supervise and mentor pastry staff, providing training and support to maintain high standards
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and hygiene standards
• Collaborate with the culinary team to develop new dessert menus and innovate existing offerings
• Monitor inventory levels, order supplies, and control costs related to pastry ingredients and equipment
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient work environment in accordance with health and safety regulations
• Assist in administrative tasks such as scheduling, staff evaluations, and reporting as needed

Skills

Pastry skills

Dessert presentation

Team leadership

Food safety

Work under pressure

Attention to detail

Education

Culinary degree

Culinary certification

Job description

Windsor Court Hotel in New Orleans is seeking a talented Pastry Sous Chef to join our culinary team and help oversee the creation, presentation, and quality of pastries, desserts, and baked goods for our guests. You will work closely with the Executive Chef, lead a pastry staff, and contribute to menu development.

The ideal candidate has proven pastry experience in a high-volume or upscale setting, excellent leadership, and a strong commitment to food safety and kitchen excellence, including