Seasonal Pastry Chef & Dessert Menu Creator

Arizona Culinary; West Tisbury (MA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Arizona Culinary is seeking a Pastry Chef to lead pastry production in a fast-paced kitchen. The role centers on baking, dessert development, and plating with a focus on quality and consistency across pastries, cakes, cookies, and breads.

Creative dessert development and collaboration with the culinary team are essential. Ideal candidates have a strong pastry background, solid time management, and a commitment to food safety, with flexibility for evenings/weekends.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Pastry Chef, Baker, or in a similar culinary role.
• Strong knowledge of baking techniques, pastry preparation, and dessert production.
• Ability to follow recipes while demonstrating creativity and attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Culinary degree or formal pastry training is preferred but not required.
• Food safety certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and produce a variety of pastries, cakes, cookies, breads, tarts, and other baked goods.
• Develop creative dessert menus and seasonal pastry offerings.
• Ensure all desserts and baked goods meet established standards for quality, taste, and presentation.
• Maintain consistency in recipes, portion sizes, and plating.
• Prepare ingredients and manage daily baking and pastry production schedules.
• Ensure proper food storage, labeling, and inventory management.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workstation in compliance with food safety standards.
• Monitor ingredient inventory and communicate purchasing needs to management.
• Collaborate with chefs and kitchen staff to coordinate dessert service and special events.
• Assist with catering, private events, and special dessert requests as needed.
• Minimize food waste and maintain efficient use of ingredients.
• Follow all kitchen safety, sanitation, and operational procedures.

Skills

Pastry expertise

Dessert production

Time management

Creativity

Teamwork

Food safety

Education

Culinary degree or pastry training

Food safety certification

Job description

Arizona Culinary is seeking a Pastry Chef to lead pastry production in a fast-paced kitchen. The role centers on baking, dessert development, and plating with a focus on quality and consistency across pastries, cakes, cookies, and breads.

Creative dessert development and collaboration with the culinary team are essential. Ideal candidates have a strong pastry background, solid time management, and a commitment to food safety, with flexibility for evenings/weekends.