Pastry Chef – San Francisco – $75,000–$85,000

A celebrated fine dining restaurant, located in one of San Francisco’s most iconic neighborhoods, is seeking an experienced Pastry Chef to lead its dessert program. This restaurant is known for its elegant, seasonal tasting menu rooted in French and Italian traditions, crafted with a deep commitment to local, organic, and sustainably sourced ingredients. The culinary team is helmed by a respected, award-winning chef and operates with precision, creativity, and purpose.

The ideal candidate is a thoughtful and disciplined pastry professional with a passion for refined technique, elegant presentation, and flavor-driven innovation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the execution and development of all pastry and dessert components for the tasting menu
• Oversee prep, plating, and timely service of all pastry items during service
• Collaborate closely with the Executive Chef to ensure alignment with overall menu direction
• Maintain clean, organized pastry production and storage areas in line with food safety standards
• Manage pastry inventory, ordering, and cost tracking
• Train and mentor pastry assistants or junior team members, fostering growth and accountability

Requirements:

• At least 2 years' experience in a pastry leadership role within a fine dining or Michelin-level kitchen
• Mastery of classic and modern pastry techniques, with a refined, ingredient-focused approach
• Experience developing plated desserts that reflect seasonality and complement a tasting menu format
• Strong organizational skills, time management, and attention to detail
• Collaborative, calm under pressure, and committed to high standards of kitchen professionalism

This is a rare opportunity to lead a dessert program in one of the city’s top kitchens and contribute to a restaurant that celebrates both tradition and innovation. If you're ready to take ownership of a high-caliber pastry program, apply today.

Please note: due to the volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates may be contacted. If you haven’t heard from us within two weeks, feel free to reach out again regarding future opportunities.