PASTRY CHEF
$23 - $27 per hourThe Wild Thyme Company
Job Description
Job Description
Pastry Chef – The Wild Thyme Company
San Diego, CA | Full-Time | Creative • Professional • Sweetly Wild
Join our award-winning team!
The Wild Thyme Company is looking for a talented and passionate Pastry Chef to bring our dessert program to life. We’re a high-energy, trendsetting catering and events company that believes in handcrafted, local, and seasonal cuisine — made with love and a dash of Wild Thyme creativity.
If you’re a detail-oriented pastry professional who thrives on innovation, presentation, and flavor, we’d love to meet you. This role blends artistry and precision, giving you space to design beautiful, crave-worthy desserts while working alongside some of San Diego’s most inspiring culinary minds.
What You’ll Do
- Create a wide variety of delicious pastries, desserts, and baked goods using both traditional and modern recipes
- Decorate and plate with imagination — ensuring each dessert looks as good as it tastes
- Research, test, and develop new recipes that reflect The Wild Thyme style and current trends
- Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient pastry kitchen that meets all health and safety standards
- Monitor ingredient inventory, manage orders within budget, and minimize waste
- Mentor pastry assistants and collaborate closely with our culinary team
- Contribute to offsite events and occasionally assist on the savory side of the kitchen
- Uphold our “Always Fresh, Always Ready” promise to deliver exceptional quality every time
What We’re Looking For
- Proven pastry or baking experience in a professional kitchen or catering environment
- Strong attention to detail, organization, and creativity
- Excellent time management and communication skills
- A self-starter with a positive, can-do attitude and sense of urgency
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods
- Current California Food Handler’s Card required
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus!
Compensation & Benefits
- Pay Range: $23–$27 per hour (based on experience)
- Health Benefits after eligibility period
- Daily Family Meal provided
- Opportunities for advancement within our growing culinary team
- Work with premium local ingredients in a creative, supportive environment
Who We Are
At The Wild Thyme Company, we live by our “High 5” values —
Crave. Respect. Don’t Half-Ass It. Huddle. Good Vibes.
We believe great food and great people go hand in hand. From elegant weddings to Fortune 500 corporate events, our team brings creativity, professionalism, and joy to everything we do.
Ready to bring your pastry skills to The Wild Thyme Company?
Apply today and help us create desserts that make every event unforgettable.
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