Pastry Sous Chef

Union Square Events; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Flexible Spending Options

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) plan

Job summary

Union Square Events in New York City is seeking a Pastry Sous Chef to lead our hourly pastry team through daily high‑volume production. The role combines hands‑on production with administrative responsibilities and people management.

You will assist in menu development, recipe testing, and work on ordering and inventory procedures while monitoring food and labor costs to support monthly and yearly revenue.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of pastry experience in large-scale baking, commissary, catering or hotel settings.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the hourly pastry team in daily high-volume production.
• Assist in menu development and recipe testing.
• Develop ordering and inventory procedures; monitor food and labor costs.

Skills

Pastry leadership

Team management

Communication

Attention to detail

Tools

Inventory systems

Costing

Job description

Union Square Events

Position Title: Pastry Sous Chef

Salary: $70,000 to $90,000

Other Forms of Compensation:

Founded in 2005 as Hudson Yards Catering, Union Square Events is a culinary and operations leader in the hospitality industry, partnering with a diverse portfolio of best-in-class clients. We produce one‑of‑a‑kind catered events and unparalleled dining experiences in a variety of cultural, corporate, entertainment, and private venues throughout New York City and beyond.

Job Summary

The Pastry Sous Chef The Pastry Sous Chef works alongside the management team to lead and oversee our hourly pastry team through the daily high-volume production in the kitchen. This role requires a hands‑on approach, where the Pastry Sous Chef will actively participate in production while also upkeeping administrative responsibilities and people management skills.

This individual will assist in menu development, recipe testing, and working alongside the pastry team in daily production. This individual is expected to develop an understanding of ordering and inventory procedures and must have a good sense of food and labor cost, as they directly affect monthly and yearly revenue.

As a valued member of our team, your compensation will include the following benefits:

• Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Paid Time Off to support you in having an active life outside of work
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible Spending Options (health care, dependent care, transit & parking)
• Employee Assistance Program to support overall mental wellbeing
• Exclusive access to primary care, mental health, and other healthcare services through Radish Health
• 401(k) to help you invest in your future

What You Bring to the Table

• Commitment to embodying our Family Values of:
  • Integrity - Doing the right thing always - using soundjudgment - even when no one is looking
  • Excellence - Doing what needs to be done, as well as it can possibly be done
  • Hospitality - Doing all that can be done for others - and more than is expected - in thoughtful ways that let people know you are ontheir side
  • Entrepreneurial Spirit - Seeing opportunities others haven’t - and creating opportunities others wish they’d thought of first

• Minimum 3 years of Pastry experience in large scale format baking, commissary, catering or hotel preferred
• 1-2 years management experience preferred
• Good communication skills: ability to understand, follow and delegate written and verbal instruction
• Strong attention to detail
• Effective time management
• Ability to motivate, educate and empower the team
• Emotional Awareness under pressure
• Being comfortable in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment
• Experience with systems development and implementation
• Punctual and reliable attendance
• Knowledge and understanding of safety, sanitation and food handling procedures

Union Square Events is a member of Compass Group USA

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Associates at Union Square Events are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Personal Leave
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_RA.pdf

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Union Square Events maintains a drug‑free workplace.

Union Square Events

Gina Barbish