Pastry Sous Chef - Creative Desserts & Team Leadership

Avion Hospitality; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Paid Time Off

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Term Life and AD&D Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401k Retirement Plan

Discounted Parking

Discounted Dry Cleaning

Job summary

Avion Hospitality in New Orleans, LA is seeking a talented Pastry Sous Chef to join our culinary team. You will work closely with the Executive Chef to oversee pastries, desserts, and baked goods, ensuring an exceptional dining experience for guests.

You will lead a pastry staff, develop new dessert menus, ensure food safety, manage inventory, and maintain a high standard of quality. The role offers opportunities for creativity, leadership, and professional growth within a dynamic kitchen.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Pastry Sous Chef in a high-volume or upscale setting.
• Strong 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 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 sous chef experience

Pastry techniques

Dessert presentation

Leadership & team management

Work under pressure

Attention to detail

Food safety knowledge

Education

Culinary degree or relevant certification preferred

Job description

Avion Hospitality in New Orleans, LA is seeking a talented Pastry Sous Chef to join our culinary team. You will work closely with the Executive Chef to oversee pastries, desserts, and baked goods, ensuring an exceptional dining experience for guests.

You will lead a pastry staff, develop new dessert menus, ensure food safety, manage inventory, and maintain a high standard of quality. The role offers opportunities for creativity, leadership, and professional growth within a dynamic kitchen.