Pastry Sous Chef — Luxury Event Pastry Lead (DC)

Compass Group USA; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Life Insurance/ AD

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

Personal Leave

Associate Shopping Program

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Job summary

Union Square Events, a Compass Group USA subsidiary, seeks a Pastry Sous Chef at the JW Marriott in Washington, DC. The role oversees pastry production, ordering, and staff development, with responsibilities spanning menu development, inventory, sanitation, and cost controls.

The ideal candidate brings 3–5 years pastry experience in luxury settings and at least 3 years of management, with strong safety and quality focus to deliver exceptional hospitality experiences.

Qualifications

• A.O.S. Degree in Culinary Arts or culinary certificate.
• Minimum of three to five years of Pastry experience in luxury restaurants and hotels.
• Min of 3 years management experience, depending upon formal degree or training.
• Knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation.
• Batch cooking or high-volume cooking experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Successful culinary production operation under the direction of the Executive Chef.
• Good communication skills: ability to understand, follow and delegate written and verbal instructions.
• Assist in menu development, inventory, ordering/purchasing, food cost controls, training, sanitation, and personnel management.
• Strong attention to detail and effective time management.
• Punctual and reliable attendance.
• Knowledgeable understanding of safety, sanitation, and food handling procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Time management

Communication skills

Education

A.O.S. Degree in Culinary Arts or culinary certificate

Job description

Union Square Events, a Compass Group USA subsidiary, seeks a Pastry Sous Chef at the JW Marriott in Washington, DC. The role oversees pastry production, ordering, and staff development, with responsibilities spanning menu development, inventory, sanitation, and cost controls.

The ideal candidate brings 3–5 years pastry experience in luxury settings and at least 3 years of management, with strong safety and quality focus to deliver exceptional hospitality experiences.