Pastry – Junior Sous Chef

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An ultra fine dining restaurant in New York City is seeking a Pastry Junior Sous Chef to join its award-winning culinary team. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a highly creative kitchen where precision, artistry, and innovation are at the heart of the guest experience.

Pastry Junior Sous Chef Benefits & Compensation

• Competitive salary: $65,000–$75,000 annually, based on experience
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, personal, and sick days
• 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution
• Daily staff meals provided
• Uniform and dry cleaning service
• Opportunities for career advancement within a globally recognized fine dining environment
• Access to continuous training and mentorship from leading chefs in the industry

Pastry Junior Sous Chef Requirements & Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional pastry experience in a fine dining or Michelin-starred kitchen
• Strong technical skills in pastry, plated desserts, chocolate work, and viennoiserie
• Proven ability to work efficiently and maintain consistency in a high-pressure environment
• Current Food Handler Certification (or ability to obtain promptly)
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Legal authorization to work in the United States

Must Haves

• Assist in leading the pastry team during service, ensuring quality, consistency, and presentation of all desserts
• Collaborate with the Pastry Chef to develop and execute seasonal dessert menus and tasting menus
• Oversee mise en place preparation, ensuring readiness for service each day
• Train and mentor junior pastry cooks, providing guidance on technique and standards
• Maintain pastry inventory and assist with ordering specialized ingredients and supplies
• Uphold strict standards of cleanliness, food safety, and sanitation within the pastry kitchen
• Step into leadership responsibilities during the Pastry Chef’s absence

Pastry Junior Sous Chef Preferred Background & Skills

• Experience working in an ultra fine dining or Michelin-starred NYC restaurant
• Strong artistic eye for plating and design
• Familiarity with avant-garde pastry techniques, modern equipment, and global dessert trends
• Leadership experience training and motivating small teams
• Passion for innovation, creativity, and delivering memorable guest experiences

At Goodwin Recruiting, we are committed to our core values and providing world class customer service. We are committed to helping our clients navigate and comply with the complex and ever-changing labor laws as well as help ensure that in every hiring decision, internally and with our client partners, that all viable candidates are considered, and the most qualified candidate is offered the role. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.

JOB ID: 165673

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Emily Lauro

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