Pastry Chef

An acclaimed Los Angeles fine dining restaurant is seeking an experienced Pastry Chef  to lead its pastry program in collaboration with an award-winning Chef/Owner. Our restaurant is recognized citywide for its seasonal, ingredient-driven cuisine and commitment to technical excellence, and the pastry department is integral to the guest experience. This is a working leadership position for a chef who maintains a daily presence in production and thrives in a high-volume, quality-focused environment. Core Responsibilities Direct all aspects of pastry production, including plated desserts, breakfast pastries, artisan breads, viennoiserie, and components for private dining and special events Execute with technical proficiency across laminated doughs, entremets, and contemporary plated dessert composition during lunch and dinner service Supervise, mentor, schedule, and develop a pastry team of three to five cooks Manage departmental administration: purchasing, inventory control, recipe development, and detailed food and labor costing Collaborate with the Chef/Owner on seasonal menu development, research and development projects, and strategic planning Uphold exacting standards of quality, consistency, and hospitality in all pastry offerings The successful candidate will bring a minimum of three years’ experience as a Pastry Chef or Lead Pastry Cook within a fine dining or high-volume establishment, along with demonstrated success managing a team of three or more. Creative input is welcomed and expected, with the understanding that the Chef/Owner provides final approval on all menu offerings to ensure alignment with the restaurant’s culinary vision. A formal culinary education or equivalent professional training is preferred, as is experience developing and maintaining a bread program and familiarity with dietary accommodations in a fine dining context. Compensation & Benefits Base Salary:  Up to $115,000 annually, commensurate with experience Bonus:  Performance-based bonus program Insurance:  Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage Schedule:  Full-time, on-site for lunch and dinner service Growth:  Direct mentorship with a nationally recognized Chef/Owner and opportunities within a respected restaurant group Product:  Access to exceptional seasonal ingredients and purveyors