Pastry Chef Jobs in New York

A Pastry Chef, also known as a Pâtissier, is a culinary professional who specializes in the creation of pastries, desserts, breads and other baked goods. They work in a variety of settings such as restaurants, bakeries, hotels, and any establishment where dessert is served. A fundamental job function includes creating and testing new recipes, decorating pastries, and ensuring the quality of final products. They also order supplies, manage other employees, and maintain cleanliness and organization within the kitchen. A successful Pastry Chef combines creativity, precision, and a passion for the craft to produce visually appealing and decadent treats.

Before becoming a Pastry Chef, one may start their career as an Apprentice Pastry Chef, Baker, or Line Cook to gain hands-on experience in the kitchen. To excel in this field, a person should possess an eye for detail, strong hand-eye coordination, a sense of aesthetics, and good organization skills. Knowledge of various baking techniques and ingredients is a must. Certification from a culinary school or a degree in Pastry Arts is often required, and food safety certification is essential. Additionally, some Pastry Chefs choose to earn a Certified Pastry Culinarian (CPC) certification through the American Culinary Federation (ACF).

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Pastry Cook

  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 1 hour ago
  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 1 hour ago

Required Years of Experience 2 years Job Details Title: Pastry Cook, Birdee (Grand Opening April 2025) Reports to: Executive Pastry Chef ABOUT KENT HOSPITALITY GROUP Kent Hospitality Group (KHG) is...

Pastry Cook

  • New York, NY
  • 1 hour ago
  • New York, NY
  • 1 hour ago

Completes additional tasks as assigned by the Pastry Chef or senior kitchen staff....

Pastry Cook

  • New York, NY
  • 1 hour ago
  • New York, NY
  • 1 hour ago

Required Years of Experience 2 years Job Details Major Food Group is coming back full circle to Mulberry St. with the opening of Torrisi, just a few blocks from the original Torrisi Italian...

Pastry Cook

  • New York, NY
  • 1 hour ago
  • New York, NY
  • 1 hour ago

Required Years of Experience 1 year Job Details 2017 Worlds Best Pastry Chef is looking for talent for his new location "Papa D'Amour" Full-time positions are available immediately for: Pastry Cook...

Pastry Cook

  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago

. - Employee discounts on our delicious baked goods If you're ready to bring your culinary expertise to The Pastry Box Bakery and grow with our dedicated team, we want to hear from you!...

Pastry Cook

  • New York, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 2 days ago

Required Years of Experience 1 year Job Details The Dinex Group LLC, Chef Daniel Bouluds internationally acclaimed restaurant group, has a new multiple-venue fine, fine-casual, and upscale...

Pastry Cook

  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 3 days ago

Required Years of Experience 3 years Job Details Were looking for experienced, passionate and creative evening pastry cooks to join the team at Theodora! Chef/owner Tomer Blechman of the popular...

Pastry Chef/Pastry Cook

  • New York, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 5 days ago

High end Bakery restaurant is looking for a pastry person to take over the pastry department for this chef owner restaurant in the Manhattan. The candidate needs to be organized, motivated and...

Pastry Chef

  • Queens Village, NY
  • 7 days ago
  • Queens Village, NY
  • 7 days ago

We are seeking a creative and detail-oriented Executive Pastry Chef to lead our pastry program and craft desserts that leave a lasting impression....

Pastry Cook

  • New York, NY
  • 7 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 7 days ago

Decorating Respectfulness Towards Team Members Baking/Pastry Strong Communication Skills Physical Requirements (Lifting, Carrying Items) Customer Service Orientation Time Management Responsible Chocolate...

Pastry Cook - TAO Uptown Restaurant New York

  • New York, NY
  • 7 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 7 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: Ensure quality, consistency, production, and execution of all food menu items. Interacts with fellow team members, and supervisors in a polite and courteous manner to ensure...

Pastry Cook

  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 7 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 7 days ago

Required Years of Experience 2 years Job Details Saraghina Bakery is seeking a Pastry Cook Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Managing production schedule when the pastry chef is not...

Pastry Cook

  • Queens Village, NY
  • 8 days ago
  • Queens Village, NY
  • 8 days ago

Overview: Reporting to t he Pastry Chef, and Pastry Sous Chef, the pastry cooks are responsible for daily production and the execution of events....

Pastry Specialist

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

Working knowledge of how food ingredients function in pastry and baked goods....

Pastry Cook (Full Time)

  • Hampton Bays, NY
  • 13 days ago
  • Hampton Bays, NY
  • 13 days ago

We are hiring immediately for a PASTRY COOK position. Location : Canoe Place Inn & Cottages: 235 239 East Montauk Highway, Hampton Bays, NY 11946. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule...

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Pastry Chef Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Pastry Chef Training Overview Everyone feels happier when they pursue your passions. So if youre passionate about baking, a pastry chef career is an excellent choice. Baking is creative! And this...
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Salary for Pastry Chef Jobs in New York

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 Pastry Chef positions.



Highest Education Level

Pastry Chefs in New York offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
34.4%
Bachelor's Degree
26.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.0%
High School or GED
15.8%
Master's Degree
4.0%
Some College
2.3%
Some High School
0.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Pastry Chefs in New York
Less than 1 year
62.9%
2-4 years
16.5%
None
15.6%
1-2 years
5.1%



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