Pastry Sous Chef: Lead Desserts & Kitchen Team

Windsor Court; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401k Retirement Plan

Discounted Parking

Discounted Dry Cleaning

Job summary

Windsor Court in New Orleans seeks a talented Pastry Sous Chef to join our culinary team and assist the Executive Chef in crafting exquisite pastries, desserts, and baked goods. You will lead pastry operations, ensure top quality, and contribute creative menu ideas in a fast-paced, high-volume setting.

You will mentor staff, uphold food-safety standards, and collaborate on new dessert concepts while maintaining exceptional presentation and consistency across all offerings.

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 Sous Chef

Pastry techniques

Leadership

Under pressure

Attention to detail

Food safety

Culinary degree

Long hours flexibility

Education

Culinary degree or certification

Job description

Windsor Court in New Orleans seeks a talented Pastry Sous Chef to join our culinary team and assist the Executive Chef in crafting exquisite pastries, desserts, and baked goods. You will lead pastry operations, ensure top quality, and contribute creative menu ideas in a fast-paced, high-volume setting.

You will mentor staff, uphold food-safety standards, and collaborate on new dessert concepts while maintaining exceptional presentation and consistency across all offerings.