Pastry Chef

Pastry Sous Chef – Uchi Salt Lake City Annual salary: $75,000 to $80,000, depending on experience. What You’ll Do Motivate, mentor and develop a pastry team. Maintain high standards in a high-volume, scratch kitchen. Create and execute pastry menus in line with Hai Hospitality's standards and culinary vision. Develop innovative desserts for daily service, special events, and off‑site catering. Collaborate closely with the culinary leadership team to support overall kitchen operations. Manage ordering, scheduling, inventory, and other administrative responsibilities. Travel to other locations for support as needed. Who We’re Looking For Experienced in high-volume, scratch kitchens. At least 1 year of culinary leadership or management experience. Passionate about exceptional food and creating innovative hospitality experiences. Skilled at delivering constructive feedback and developing others. Enthusiastic about celebrating the team’s successes. Possess a strong work ethic. Benefits Medical insurance. Dental insurance. Vision insurance. Accident insurance. Employee Assistance Program with mental health services. Employer‑matched 401(k) savings plan. Opportunity to grow – we promote from within almost exclusively. Dining discounts. Spouse, children, and family contributions towards medical premiums. Maternity and paternity leave. Paid vacation benefits. Basic Qualifications Must be able to communicate effectively with guests and other employees. Detect and identify safety issues, and comply with safety guidelines and standards. Lift and carry trays, dishes, equipment, and goods up to 50 lbs; stock inventory and perform restocking duties. Ability to stand and walk for extended periods. Bend, stoop, and reach to access various areas and items. Ability to work in a fast‑paced, high‑pressure environment. Ability to work in a variety of temperatures, both hot and cold. Lift, push, or pull objects such as tables and chairs to reconfigure seating arrangements. Use kitchen equipment safely and efficiently (ovens, grills, knives). Maintain a neat and organized workspace, including proper storage of supplies and cleaning of surfaces. Move quickly and efficiently to respond to customer needs. Ability to work in close proximity to coworkers in a crowded kitchen or serving area. Tolerate exposure to potential allergens and food odors. Maintain a professional and hygienic appearance, including proper uniform and personal grooming. Understand directives and communicate effectively with leadership and coworkers. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions. Equal Opportunity Statement Hai Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. #J-18808-Ljbffr