132 Pastry Chef jobs in the United States

We are looking for a talented and passionate Pastry Chef to join our culinary team. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing a wide variety of high-quality desserts and baked goods, including cakes, pastries, tarts, custards, mousses, and specialty confections. You will take a creative approach to dessert presentation and work closely with the Executive Chef to develop seasonal menus, signature items, and offerings for special events. Maintaining consistency, quality, and visual appeal is essential, as is ensuring that all items meet our standards for taste and appearance.

The ideal candidate has proven experience in a high-volume kitchen or bakery, strong technical knowledge of pastry arts, and a deep understanding of ingredients, techniques, and food safety practices. You should be highly organized, able to manage inventory and supplies efficiently. The ability to work in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple tasks and maintaining attention to detail is crucial.

Location:  Buckhead Atlanta, GA (Multiple concepts across Nooshe Jan Group)
Type: Full-Time | Competitive Salary + Benefits
Start Date: Immediate

Nooshe Jan Group , the hospitality collective behind acclaimed restaurants like Delbar and the soon-to-open Eden , is seeking a passionate, highly skilled Pastry Chef to join our growing team. This is an exciting opportunity to lead and elevate the pastry program across our concepts, blending Middle Eastern and Mediterranean flavors with refined technique and creative expression.

• Design and execute a seasonal, creative dessert menu tailored to each restaurant’s identity

• Lead pastry production for dinner service, brunch, and special events (private dining, tastings, holidays)

• Collaborate with culinary directors, chefs, and GMs to develop desserts that reflect each concept’s story

• Manage ordering, inventory, prep lists, and cleanliness of pastry stations

• Train and inspire pastry assistants or cross-trained line cooks on execution and presentation

• Maintain high standards for quality, consistency, and plating aesthetics

• 2–4 years of experience as a Pastry Chef or Senior Pastry Cook in a fine dining or upscale casual environment

• Strong background in plated desserts, doughs, custards, baking, and contemporary presentation

• Excellent time management and ability to work independently or within a high-paced kitchen team

• Creativity, adaptability, and a desire to evolve and push boundaries

• Familiarity with Middle Eastern, Mediterranean, or French pastry styles is a plus — but not required

• ServSafe or equivalent certification preferred

• Competitive salary, based on experience

• Health benefits and PTO

• Growth opportunities across multiple brands and upcoming projects

• A supportive, collaborative, and inspiring kitchen culture

• Creative freedom to shape a unique and memorable dessert identity for Nooshe Jan Group

• Profit sharing 

We’re not just building restaurants — we’re building unforgettable experiences that nourish the soul. If you’re driven by artistry, precision, and the joy of sharing incredible food, we want to meet you.

To Apply:
Email your resume and a brief statement of interest to
(Portfolio or photos of plated desserts encouraged)

About MML: 

At McGuire Moorman Lambert Hospitality (MML), our mission is to create some of the world’s most memorable hospitality experiences—where food, design, service, and storytelling come together seamlessly. Led by Larry McGuire, Tom Moorman, and Liz Lambert, MML is known for its refined, character-driven approach to hospitality, rooted in creativity, quality, and a deep sense of place.

As we continue to grow, we're entering an exciting new chapter. We've welcomed James Beard Award-winning chef April Bloomfield to our culinary leadership team and are bringing new energy to iconic and emerging destinations alike—with projects like the historic Driskill Hotel, Sixth & Blanco, Clark’s Malibu, and more on the horizon.

At MML, we’re not just building restaurants or hotels—we’re crafting spaces that leave a lasting impression.

About the Role: 

The Pastry Chef is responsible for executing menu development, quality control, cost control, inventory, hiring, and training. In addition to the daily production of pastry items, they will be managing/directing the pastry assistant and related parties for the execution of all pastry items at the restaurant.

What MML Hospitality offers: 

• Salary Range: $65,000 - $70,000
• Bonus Potential
• Paid Time Off
• MML Property Discounts (Hotel, Restaurant, Retail)
• Beverage Education Reimbursement
• Advancement and Promotion Opportunities
• Community Service Opportunities
• Relocation Assistance
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life, and Pet Insurance
• Retirement Benefits
• Parental Leave

What you’ll do:

• Oversee pastry production for the restaurants ensuring quality from procurement, and production to execution daily to ensure successful, delicious, and consistent services.
• Supervisory responsibilities will include recruiting, interviewing, and hiring Pastry Cooks.
• Create a positive work environment and continue to train staff and broaden skillsets.
• Order products needed for production and maintain an inventory with both food cost and product quality in mind.
• Food Cost control in partnership with Executive Chef
• Hourly Labor Cost Control in partnership with Executive Chef
• Preparing operational reports and analyses setting forth progress, adverse trends and making appropriate recommendations
• Other job duties as assigned.

Requirements

• At least two years of culinary management or equivalent experience
• Extensive experience in professional kitchens, preferably in elevated high-volume establishments
• Strong culinary skills and knowledge of various cooking techniques and cuisines
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire a team
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with guests, staff, and management
• Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required

Physical Requirements: 

• Essential Functions:  Must meet the physical demands to perform critical job functions successfully. Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities.
• Communication : Regularly required to talk or hear.
• Manual   Dexterity : Use hands or fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls.
• Mobility : Often required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Environmental   Exposure : Exposure to extreme heat, steam, and cold in a kitchen environment.
• Lifting : Occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Vision : Requires close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Work   Environment : Noise level is usually moderate.

If an offer is accepted for this position, you must undergo a comprehensive background check. This process may include verification of employment history, education credentials, criminal records, and other relevant information.

By applying for this position, you acknowledge and agree to the background check process as a condition of employment. MML Hospitality is an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other prohibited basis. We intend for all qualified applicants to be given equal opportunity and for selection decisions to be based on job-related factors.

Pastry Chef

If you love baking and pastry and looking for a sunny, talented group of people and a great place to work, apply to Piccino.

Here are the details:
Looking for an opportunity to grow. Looking to put on your own menu items between our Restaurant and Coffee Bar.
HEAVY Production but you are able to add your creative touch to our repertoire.

We are looking for a very motivated, seasoned bakery professional with significant depth of skill and who is well organized. Strong communication and managerial skills is a must.

Responsibilities: Pastry for Restaurant and Bakery production for Coffee Bar. Supervision of small team.
You will assist in management of all bakery production for our establishment. The overall vision is one of excellence in the choice of ingredients and simplicity, with a vibrant and creative approach. At the core of the entire repertoire is inspiration from Italian tradition with local integrity and seasonality.

Candidates must have solid references and a minimum of 4 years experience.

We offer:
Health, Dental & Vision insurance
Opportunities for growth and career advancement - we are a fast growing company and look to promote from within.

Only Resumes are accepted with a cover letter
We look forward to hearing from you.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Knowledge of Italian Breads, Pastries, Gelati, Sorbetti
• Prepare pastry items according to recipe, maintains consistent quality in production, portion, and presentation standards; complete mis en place and set-up station for all services.
• Maintains complete knowledge of and complies with all departmental policies/service procedures/standards.   
• Maintains complete knowledge of correct maintenance and use of equipment. Uses equipment only as intended.   
• Monitors and maintains cleanliness, sanitation and organization of assigned work areas.   
• Maintains and strictly abides by sanitation/health regulations and restaurant requirements.   
• Meets with Chef to review assignments, anticipated business levels, changes and other information pertinent to the job performance.   
• Change menu 4 times a year seasonally
• run dessert specials 
• Sets up work-station with required mis-en-place, tools, equipment and supplies.   
• Inspects the cleanliness and working condition of all tools, equipment and supplies.  
• Informs the Chef of any supplies that need to be requisitioned for the day’s tasks.   
• Transports supplies from the Storeroom/Walk-in and stock in designated areas.   
• Prepares all menu items following recipes and yield guide.   
• Maintains proper storage procedures as specified by Health Department and restaurant SOP’s.   
• Minimizes waste and maintains controls to attain forecasted food cost.   
• Is always pro-active and identifies potential problems before they arise.  
• “Owns” problems when they arise and takes responsibility by finding solutions.  
• Makes appropriate decisions, which are in the best interest of the guest, the employees and the company.  
• Perform additional duties as instructed by management.

Responsibilities

• Prepare doughs, batters, and other pastry items.

• Assist with plating and presentation of desserts.

• Ensure proper storage and labeling of pastry ingredients.

• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the pastry kitchen.

• Support the Executive Pastry Chef in daily operations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role within luxury hospitality.

• Strong communication skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment.

• Familiarity with property or outlet-specific needs (e.g., Boonfly, FARM, Hilltop).

• Team player mentality and a commitment to maintaining the resort’s high standards.

Company Overview

Carneros Resort and Spa is a luxury destination situated on 28 beautiful acres in Napa Valley, offering world-class services to our guests. We are committed to creating memorable experiences through personalized service and attention to detail.

Benefits

Carneros Resort and Spa offers competitive pay, health benefits, and a supportive work environment focused on growth and development. Opportunities for career advancement and property discounts are also available.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.

• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds as needed.

• Ability to navigate the resort’s expansive property as applicable

We are looking for a skilled and motivated Pastry Chef to lead the pastry program at La Petite Grocery. This is a full-time position (approximately 50 hours per week) that combines hands-on pastry creation with management responsibilities.

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience in a fine dining or upscale pastry kitchen
• Strong foundation in both classic and modern pastry techniques
• Leadership experience and the ability to manage and mentor a small pastry team
• A creative mindset with a passion for innovation and presentation
• Positive attitude, excellent communication skills, and a collaborative approach

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute seasonal dessert menus
• Oversee daily pastry production and plating
• Manage ordering, inventory, and cost control for the pastry department
• Train and supervise junior pastry staff to uphold quality and consistency
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and organization

Position Details:

• Full-time (approx. 50 hours/week)
• Salary DOE (depending on experience)
• Opportunity to shape a high-caliber pastry program within a supportive, professional kitchen

If you’re a passionate pastry professional with leadership skills and a drive for excellence, we want to hear from you.

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Located within 260 Bridge Café,  Heart Stone Pastry is more than a place for exceptional pastries—it’s a space grounded in service, inclusivity, and community support. We specialize in crafting high-quality baked goods using premium, locally sourced ingredients while fostering meaningful opportunities for adults with emotional or intellectual challenges.

As a mission-driven non-profit, we are currently seeking a skilled Pastry Chef to join our team. This is a unique opportunity for someone who not only excels in the kitchen but is also passionate about making a positive social impact. We’re looking for a dedicated professional who values both excellence in pastry and the empowerment of individuals in vulnerable communities.

What We’re Looking For:

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in a scratch pastry kitchen

• Solid knowledge of viennoiserie production, including lamination techniques

• Proficiency in making classic fillings such as pastry cream, fruit curds, jams, gels, caramel, and meringues

• A current food handler certification (or ability to obtain one within 15 days of hire)

• Availability to work one weekend day per week

• Willingness to start shifts as early as 4:00 AM

Position Details:

• Full-time role with health benefits

• Set scheduling to support work-life balance

• Parking pass provided

Join us in using the art of pastry to enrich lives and build community. If you’re ready to bring your talent to a cause that truly matters, we’d love to hear from you.

Location: Left Bank Restaurant, Vail, CO

Position: Pastry Chef

Key Responsibilities:

Dessert Creation: Design and prepare a variety of high-quality pastries, desserts, and bread, adhering to traditional French techniques and seasonal ingredients.

Menu Development: Collaborate with the Executive Chef to develop and update the dessert menu seasonally, incorporating innovative concepts while maintaining the restaurant's aesthetic and standards.

Quality Control: Ensure all pastries and desserts are presented beautifully and meet Left Bank’s quality standards.

Inventory Management: Oversee inventory for pastry supplies, communicating ordering needs, maintaining stock levels, ensuring freshness.

Professionalism: Maintaining professional kitchen etiquette, fostering a positive, collaborative kitchen environment.

Sanitation & Safety: Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace, adhering to health and safety regulations.

Qualifications:

- Experience as a Pastry Chef in a fine dining or high-volume restaurant environment. 

- Strong knowledge of French pastry techniques and traditions. 

- Culinary degree or equivalent experience in pastry arts preferred but not required.

- Creative flair with a passion for seasonal and innovative dessert creations.

- Excellent time management and organizational skills.

- Excellent teamwork skills

- Willingness to learn and to be versatile in other kitchen roles if necessary

- Food Handler Certification required

Season: 

Winter Season - fluctuates, but typically November 15th to April 20th

Summer Season - fluctuates, but typically June 10th - October 15th

Benefits:

• Simple IRA, after 6 months of employment  matching up to 3% (salary employees only)
• Health insurance after 6 months of employment 40/60 split (employer/employee) (salary employees only)
• Subsidized housing available
• Family meal daily
• Aprons and chef coats available