Pastry Sous Chef

Location: Miami Beach, FL
Compensation: Up to $85,000 DOE
Benefits: PTO, comprehensive benefits package, insurance coverage, and gym access

We are recruiting on behalf of a renowned luxury hospitality property in Miami Beach seeking an experienced Pastry Sous Chef to join the culinary leadership team. This opportunity is ideal for a talented pastry professional with a passion for refined dessert programs, elevated guest experiences, and high-volume luxury hospitality operations within a fast-paced environment.

Reporting directly to the Executive Pastry Chef, the successful candidate will act as the number two leader within the pastry department, supporting daily operations, team leadership, and the execution of high-quality pastry and dessert offerings across multiple service environments. This role requires a hands-on culinary leader with strong organizational abilities, creativity, and a solid understanding of both operational and financial management within a luxury setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Pastry Chef in overseeing all pastry and dessert production operations
• Ensure consistency, quality, and presentation standards across restaurant dessert programs and banquet operations
• Lead, mentor, and develop pastry team members while maintaining a positive and professional kitchen culture
• Assist with scheduling, ordering, inventory management, food cost controls, and administrative responsibilities within the department
• Collaborate closely with culinary leadership teams to support seasonal menu development and operational execution
• Maintain compliance with food safety, sanitation, and company standards at all times
• Support banquet and large-scale event production while ensuring exceptional quality and timely execution
• Assist in driving operational efficiency while maintaining elevated pastry standards and guest satisfaction

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Minimum 5 years of pastry experience within hospitality-driven culinary environments
• Previous leadership or management experience within pastry operations strongly preferred
• Strong experience creating desserts for restaurant operations is required
• Luxury hotel or upscale hospitality background is considered a strong advantage
• Banqueting and high-volume production experience preferred
• Strong understanding of kitchen financials, inventory management, and administrative responsibilities
• Hands-on leadership style with strong communication and organizational skills