Executive Pastry Chef Jobs

An Executive Pastry Chef holds a high-ranking position in the culinary industry, specializing in the creation of desserts, pastries, and other baked goods. They are often responsible for supervising the pastry staff, planning and executing dessert menus, ordering supplies, and ensuring that all products meet the restaurant or hotel's quality standards. Additionally, they may also be in charge of training staff, maintaining a clean and sanitary work area, and developing new recipes. Their role requires creativity, attention to detail, and a deep understanding of baking techniques and ingredients.

Executive Pastry Chefs must have a range of skills and certifications. A degree in culinary arts, particularly with a focus on baking and pastry, is often required. Some chefs may also have a certification from a culinary institute, such as the Certified Master Pastry Chef (CMPC) by the American Culinary Federation. They must demonstrate excellent leadership and management skills, as well as the ability to work under pressure. Prior to becoming an executive pastry chef, individuals may have positions such as a pastry cook, pastry sous chef or a head pastry chef. In these roles, they gain hands-on experience in creating pastry items, managing a team, and running a pastry kitchen.

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Executive Pastry Chef

  • New York, NY
  • 5 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 5 hours ago

Required Years of Experience 3 years Job Details About LELE LELE is a bold new culinary destination celebrating the vibrant, soulful flavors of Afro-Caribbean cuisine. Opening mid-May in the heart...

Head Pastry Chef

  • Layton, UT
  • 12 hours ago
  • Layton, UT
  • 12 hours ago

goods....

Senior Executive Pastry Chef

  • Charleston, SC
  • 3 days ago
  • Charleston, SC
  • 3 days ago

As the Senior Executive Pastry Chef, you will oversee the entire pastry operation across our hotel's outlets....

Executive Pastry Chef

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 4 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 4 days ago

Were looking for an Executive Pastry Chef to lead our production kitchen....

Executive Pastry Chef

  • Canyon, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Canyon, CA
  • 5 days ago

Our Executive Pastry Chefs are in charge of the entire Pastry and Baked Goods: ordering, handling - kitchen receiving, storage, rotation, utilization, preparation and development of food related standards...

Executive Pastry Chef

  • Detroit, MI
  • 5 days ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 5 days ago

Required Years of Experience 3 years Job Details James Beard Award-Winning Chef Andrew Carmellini and the New York City-based NoHo Hospitality Group team is in Detroit! Featuring Detroit-inspired...

Executive Pastry Chef - Event Center

  • Ocala, FL
  • 5 days ago
  • Ocala, FL
  • 5 days ago

goods for all areas....

Executive Pastry Chef

  • Vail, CO
  • 6 days ago
  • Vail, CO
  • 6 days ago

Create Your Experience of a Lifetime! Come work and play in the mountains! Whether its your first-time seeing snow or you were born on the slopes, joining our team means discovering (or...

Head Pastry Chef Modern Bakery A50K+ Manchester

  • Manchester, CT
  • 8 days ago
  • Manchester, CT
  • 8 days ago

Head Pastry Chef Modern Bakery | A50K+ | Manchester Location: Manchester (M60) - Lancashire, North West, United Kingdom Salary: 50k per year + / Type: Contract Start Date: / Contract Period: /...

Executive Pastry Chef

  • New York, NY
  • 8 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 8 days ago

As Executive Pastry Chef you will lead the pastry program, creating standout desserts that reflect the group's elevated yet approachable style while mentoring a talented pastry team....

Executive Pastry Chef - French Bistro NYC

  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 9 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 9 days ago

Required Years of Experience 3 years Job Details Apply here or Email us at: [email protected] Now Hiring: Pastry Chef Iconic French Bistro Midtown Manhattan Full-Time | $110,000$120,000 +...

Executive Pastry Chef

  • Washington, DC
  • 9 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 9 days ago

Executive Pastry Chef Full-Time Fairmont Washington DC, Georgetown Washington, DC A property of: Accor Posted about 17 hours ago SHARE THIS JOB JOB DETAILS What's in it for you: Competitive Salary Paid...

Executive Pastry Chef

  • New York, NY
  • 10 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 10 days ago

As executive pastry chef, you will develop and test recipes for the restaurants and C af e....

Executive Pastry Chef

  • La Costa, CA
  • 10 days ago
  • La Costa, CA
  • 10 days ago

We are looking for an experienced Executive Pastry Chef who is passionate about their ART work and who is ready to take the next step in leading our Resort's Pastry Team....

Executive Pastry Chef

  • Washington, MA
  • 11 days ago
  • Washington, MA
  • 11 days ago

Company Description Why work for Accor? We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow...

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Salary for Executive Pastry Chef Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireChefs research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Executive Pastry Chef positions.



Highest Education Level

Executive Pastry Chefs offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
34.6%
Bachelor's Degree
27.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
17.3%
High School or GED
11.7%
Master's Degree
5.6%
Some College
2.0%
Some High School
0.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Executive Pastry Chefs
4-6 years
39.3%
2-4 years
32.1%
1-2 years
10.7%
6-8 years
10.7%
10+ years
3.6%
8-10 years
3.6%


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