Pastry Chef - Cleveland Museum of Art

Pastry Chef

Our passion is for food! At Bon Appetit Management Company, we are committed to two things: great food and outstanding service! At Bon Appetit, you won't find our managers referring to a corporate recipe book or our chefs microwaving the lunch special. We do not have standardized recipes or central commissaries, instead, our chefs and managers are expected to stay abreast of current culinary trends and bring cutting edge food into their cafes. We are a restaurant company that operates in contract food service. That means you will have the freedom to be creative, take risks, and truly shine. We are committed to our staff growing, trying new things, and learning all that they can. Our rapid growth and breadth of accounts translates into exciting opportunities for our people!

Job Summary

The Pastry Chef at the Cleveland Museum of Art oversees pastry production for an upscale casual caf, fine dining restaurant, and internal/external catering programs generating $68 million in annual revenue. This role leads a team of 34 bakers, supports the savory team for large events as needed, and ensures high-quality, creative pastry offerings aligned with museum standards. The museum is closed most Mondays and most federal holidays.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee all pastry preparation, production, and ordering
• Manage and develop a team of 34 bakers
• Maintain strict adherence to HACCP, sanitation, and food safety standards
• Handle and store perishable products properly
• Develop seasonal and event-driven pastry menus for caf, restaurant, and catering operations
• Support the savory team for large-scale events at the Executive Chef's request
• Monitor inventory, food cost, and product quality
• Recruit, train, and coach hourly associates

Preferred Qualifications:

• Culinary degree preferred
• Minimum three years in upscale or high-volume restaurant and/or catering environments
• Experience with formal dining and wedding cake production preferred
• Strong creative and technical pastry skills
• Solid knowledge of seasonal ingredients, menu development, and cost control
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• ServSafe or Department of Health certification a plus

Associates at Bon Appetit are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Personal Leave

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Bon Appetit maintains a drug-free workplace.

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