Bakery Sous Chef

Bakery Sous Chef

We are seeking a passionate, organized, and hands-on Bakery Sous Chef to help lead the daily production of an artisan bakery committed to exceptional quality, consistency, and hospitality. This is an exciting opportunity for a culinary professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys mentoring others, and takes pride in producing outstanding baked goods.

The Bakery Sous Chef works alongside the Executive Bakery Chef to oversee production, maintain quality standards, develop team members, and ensure every product meets our commitment to excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in managing all daily commissary bakery production and operations.
• Lead by example while fostering a positive, professional, and respectful kitchen culture.
• Prepare artisan breads, viennoiserie, pastries, cakes, desserts, and seasonal specialty items.
• Ensure recipes, production schedules, and portion standards are followed without exception.
• Supervise and coach bakers, pastry cooks, and production staff.
• Verify product quality at every stage of production.
• Maintain proper food safety and sanitation standards.
• Monitor inventory levels and communicate purchasing needs.
• Assist with ordering, receiving, and inspecting ingredients for quality and freshness.
• Minimize waste through proper planning and inventory rotation.
• Train new employees on recipes, techniques, equipment, and company standards.
• Ensure equipment is cleaned and maintained properly.
• Assist in menu development, seasonal offerings, and recipe testing.
• Support production for catering, wholesale, retail, and restaurant operations as needed.

Qualifications

• 35+ years of professional bakery or pastry experience.
• Previous supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of:
• Artisan bread production
• Viennoiserie
• Laminated doughs
• Cakes and pastries
• Scratch baking
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities.
• Ability to multitask while maintaining exceptional quality.
• Food safety certification preferred.
• Culinary or pastry education is a plus.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Lift up to 50 pounds.
• Work in hot, cold, and fast-paced production environments.
• Flexible schedule, including early mornings, weekends, and holidays.

What We're Looking For

• Has a passion for artisan baking.
• Leads with integrity and professionalism.
• Takes ownership of quality and consistency.
• Develops and mentors team members.
• Pays exceptional attention to detail.
• Works with urgency without sacrificing quality.
• Embraces continuous learning and improvement.
• Values teamwork and collaboration.

We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Paid time off
• Health, dental, and vision benefits (where applicable)
• Employee dining discounts
• Professional development opportunities
• Career advancement within a growing organization
• A collaborative and supportive culinary culture

Ralph Brennan Restaurant Group - Ralph Brennan Bakery 3930 Euphrosine St, New Orleans, LA 70125, USA Apply