Pastry Sous Chef

Pastry Sous Chef

Location: Miami Beach, FL
Compensation: Up to $85,000 DOE
Benefits: PTO, comprehensive benefits package, insurance coverage, and gym access

We are recruiting on behalf of a renowned luxury hospitality property in Miami Beach seeking an experienced Pastry Sous Chef to join the culinary leadership team. This opportunity is ideal for a talented pastry professional with a passion for refined dessert programs, elevated guest experiences, and high-volume luxury hospitality operations within a fast-paced environment.

Reporting directly to the Executive Pastry Chef, the successful candidate will act as the number two leader within the pastry department, supporting daily operations, team leadership, and the execution of high-quality pastry and dessert offerings across multiple service environments. This role requires a hands-on culinary leader with strong organizational abilities, creativity, and a solid understanding of both operational and financial management within a luxury setting.

Key Responsibilities

Support the Executive Pastry Chef in overseeing all pastry and dessert production operationsEnsure consistency, quality, and presentation standards across restaurant dessert programs and banquet operationsLead, mentor, and develop pastry team members while maintaining a positive and professional kitchen cultureAssist with scheduling, ordering, inventory management, food cost controls, and administrative responsibilities within the departmentCollaborate closely with culinary leadership teams to support seasonal menu development and operational executionMaintain compliance with food safety, sanitation, and company standards at all timesSupport banquet and large-scale event production while ensuring exceptional quality and timely executionAssist in driving operational efficiency while maintaining elevated pastry standards and guest satisfaction

Ideal Candidate Profile

Minimum 5 years of pastry experience within hospitality-driven culinary environmentsPrevious leadership or management experience within pastry operations strongly preferredStrong experience creating desserts for restaurant operations is requiredLuxury hotel or upscale hospitality background is considered a strong advantageBanqueting and high-volume production experience preferredStrong understanding of kitchen financials, inventory management, and administrative responsibilitiesHands-on leadership style with strong communication and organizational skills