Wooden Spoon Executive Pastry Chef

Job Description

Job Description

Description: Wooden Spoon Executive Pastry Chef – Exciting New Project

Wooden Spoon is searching for an exceptional Executive Pastry Chef to help shape the future of one of Denver’s most beloved bakery brands.

This is a rare opportunity for an accomplished pastry leader who wants more than simply managing production—you’ll play a key role in the next chapter of an iconic business while preserving everything guests already love about it. Working alongside our culinary leadership team, you’ll oversee daily operations, mentor a talented pastry team, refine systems, and help drive thoughtful growth through innovation, consistency, and exceptional craftsmanship.

We’re looking for someone equally passionate about laminated doughs, cookies, cakes, breakfast pastries, and desserts as they are about building teams, creating efficient systems, and leading with humility. If you’re excited by the opportunity to make a lasting impact while joining one of Denver’s most respected hospitality companies, we’d love to meet you.

Why This Opportunity?

• Become the steward of a bakery that has been part of the neighborhood for over 15 years.
• Lead a talented team that cares deeply about quality and hospitality.
• Balance tradition with creativity through seasonal menus and fresh ideas.
• Enjoy the support and benefits of the Edible Beats family while preserving the independent spirit that guests love.
• Salary 75-85k +Bonus Potential

Employee Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance available (eligibility after 60 days)
• Life insurance $25,000 and Paid Short Term Disability
• 401k with 4% safe harbor match (eligible after one year)
• JOON wellness benefit (eligible after 60 days)
• ESOP Share Vesting with Tenure
• PTO and Paid Sick leave
• Employee Meal Stipend
• Family meal

• Lead all aspects of the daily pastry program, including opening procedures, production, execution, organization, and closing responsibilities.
• Produce pastries based on business volume and sales data to minimize waste while maintaining quality and consistency.
• Ensure all pastry items are prepared, plated, and executed according to Edible Beats standards and recipes.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, sanitation, and proper food safety standards throughout the pastry kitchen.
• Train, coach, mentor, and develop pastry team members to uphold Edible Beats standards and foster a culture of continuous learning.
• Assist in hiring, onboarding, performance coaching, performance reviews, and corrective action documentation for pastry staff.
• Oversee labor and food cost performance while maintaining quality and operational efficiency.
• Place product orders, receive deliveries, complete inventories, and maintain accurate pars and ordering schedules.
• Organize and maintain recipe systems, costing, and documentation within Meez and R365.
• Update prep lists, order guides, recipes, and production systems to ensure efficient kitchen operations.
• Assist with seasonal menu development, recipe testing, costing, specials, and administrative culinary projects.
• Ensure daily line tastings and quality checks are completed before each service and provide coaching or corrective feedback when needed.
• Communicate kitchen maintenance, repair needs, and operational concerns promptly to leadership.
• Distribute and communicate operational reports including schedules, roster reports, prep lists, product mix reports, and order guides.
• Maintain compliance with all health department regulations, food safety standards, company policies, and sanitation procedures.
• Protect guest safety by ensuring proper handling of dietary restrictions and food allergies.
• Support scheduling needs by assisting with staffing coverage and maintaining reliable attendance.
• Foster a positive, collaborative kitchen culture that reflects the values and operating principles of Edible Beats.
• Lead by example through professionalism, accountability, teamwork, and a solution-oriented mindset.
• Provide exceptional hospitality by supporting guest needs and accommodating dietary restrictions whenever possible.

• Demonstrated expertise in all aspects of pastry production, preparation, baking techniques, plating, and execution.
• Strong knowledge of pastry recipes, ingredients, production methods, ordering, inventory management, and food costing.
• Experience training, coaching, mentoring, and developing culinary team members.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and perform effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen environment.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate teams while holding employees accountable to performance standards.
• Professional demeanor with the ability to remain calm under pressure and adapt to changing business needs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a collaborative approach to teamwork.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and a commitment to operational excellence.
• Working knowledge of inventory management, recipe costing, labor management, and kitchen management systems (Meez, R365, or comparable software preferred).
• Commitment to maintaining the highest standards of food quality, cleanliness, sanitation, and workplace safety.
• Ability to self-evaluate performance, receive feedback constructively, and implement continuous improvement.
• Passion for culinary education with a commitment to staying current on pastry trends, techniques, and industry best practices.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality with flexibility to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and additional shifts as business needs require.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand, bend, reach, and work on your feet for extended periods.
• Current food safety certification (or ability to obtain upon hire) preferred.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.