Pastry Sous Chef | Creative Desserts & Team Lead

Pfister LLC; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 58,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Pfister LLC in Milwaukee, WI seeks a Pastry Sous Chef to lead pastry production for all F&B outlets, including event cuisine, with responsibility for labor and cost control.

The role requires 2–3 years in high-volume pastry, strong knowledge of recipes and standards, and the ability to train staff. You will ensure HACCP compliance, safety, and quality while maintaining proper records.

Qualifications

• High school education preferred; apprenticeship or equivalent experience beneficial.
• 2–3 years managerial and pastry production experience in high-volume settings.
• Experience in hotel/resort pastry, multiple outlets, and large banquets.
• Knowledge of recipes, product specs, and proper pastry preparation.
• Reading, writing and speaking English required.
• Understanding of food and labor cost controls and inventory.
• Ability to lift up to 200 lbs and operate kitchen equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assign duties to pastry staff to ensure efficient operations.
• Trains staff in dessert preparation per Pastry Chef standards.
• Oversees ordering, receiving, storage, and rotation per HACCP.
• Monitors cost and quality control procedures.
• Maintains safety and sanitation practices daily.
• Supports events like VIP parties and staff events.
• Prepares all food items according to recipes.
• Performs other culinary and managerial duties as assigned.
• Maintains employee files per attendance and disciplinary procedures.
• Assists in staff performance evaluations.

Skills

Pastry production

Staff supervision

Cost control

HACCP knowledge

Menu development

Education

High School Diploma preferred

Job description

Pfister LLC in Milwaukee, WI seeks a Pastry Sous Chef to lead pastry production for all F&B outlets, including event cuisine, with responsibility for labor and cost control.

The role requires 2–3 years in high-volume pastry, strong knowledge of recipes and standards, and the ability to train staff. You will ensure HACCP compliance, safety, and quality while maintaining proper records.