Pastry Sous Chef

Fresh Baguette is a fast-growing, artisanal bakery known for its high-quality standards and modern atmosphere. The company was founded in Bethesda, MD in 2013, to bring fresh, made-from-scratch organic breads, pastries, sweets, and croissant items inspired by bakeries in France to the DMV area. We have expanded to seven retail locations, two production bakeries, and a thriving wholesale business. We serve coffee shops, restaurants, hotels, and grocery stores with fresh products every day, 365 days a year. Our mission is to offer our customers unique moments of indulgence that are delicious to every sense. We are passionate about quality and take great pride in everything we do. This value is evident in everything we do, from the smell of scratch-made artisanal croissants and organic bread baking fresh throughout the day to the beauty of hand‑crafted pastries, delicious coffee, and savory creations delivered in a warm and inviting atmosphere. Fresh Baguette is looking for a talented and passionate Pastry Sous Chef for its Rockville production center, 804 Hungerford Drive Rockville, MD 20850. Fresh Baguette is seeking an experienced and passionate Pastry Sous Chef who thrives in a high-volume commercial production kitchen. As part of a team that celebrates French pastry artistry, you will supervise and coordinate the daily operations of the production to ensure excellence in the preparation and presentation of a wide variety of pastries and desserts, all while maintaining the highest culinary and safety standards. You would be responsible for preparing, producing and baking all pastries and desserts for the bakery to deliver outstanding guest experiences and financial profitability. Products are made using French pastry techniques varying from éclairs, tarts, macarons, canelés, mousses, ganache, meringues, and more. If you are energetic, driven, and passionate about the art of pastry, with a strong work ethic and the ability to maintain a high level of focus and productivity in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment, we want to hear from you! As a Pastry Sous Chef you will: Lead, supervise, and motivate a team of pastry cooks and sweets bakers to achieve daily production goals under the Pastry Chef in a high-volume, high-pressure production environment. Be an expert with kitchen equipment such as industrial mixers, blenders, ovens and cookers. Follow clear written procedures when handling recipes. Food Safety and Sanitation: Ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation regulations. Implement and enforce proper hygiene practices, including ingredient handling, storage, and disposal. Maintain cleanliness and organization in the bakery area. Ensure the proper execution of French pastry techniques and recipes. Oversee the preparation, baking, and presentation of a variety of pastry items, including éclairs, tarts, macarons, mousses, and more. Monitor kitchen equipment and ensure maintenance and cleanliness of all tools. Collaborate with the Executive and Pastry Chef to implement and test new recipes and techniques. Train new pastry cooks and sweets bakers in proper techniques, safety, and sanitation protocols. Uphold the highest standards of food safety and sanitation in the kitchen to ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation regulations. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a robust benefits package, including health and dental insurance after 90 days, a 401K plan with an employer match, monthly wellness reimbursements, and an employee discount program. You'll also enjoy a consistent work schedule with no late-night shifts, making it a great opportunity for those seeking a better work-life balance in the culinary field. Fresh Baguette is committed to nurturing talent from within, with growth opportunities available for those who demonstrate leadership and passion for the pastry arts. As a Pastry Sous Chef, you’ll have the chance to collaborate with top chefs and develop your skills in a professional, high-volume kitchen setting. We believe in promoting from within and offer exciting career development opportunities as the company grows. Compensation: $55,000-$70,000/year Paid Time Off Health and Dental Insurance after 90 days 40% Employee Discount Stable hours and consistent work schedule 401K and 401K Match Free Lunch Anniversary Gift Card Monthly Wellness Reimbursement Hours: Open flexibility to work Monday-Sunday between 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM 5 days a week 8-10+ hour shift Early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as required The Pastry Sous Chef will work in a high-volume, fast-paced commercial production bakery environment. You’ll be exposed to both hot and cold temperatures and will need to be hands on and work closely with team members to meet the daily pastry production demands. The role will involve standing for long periods, repetitive tasks, and maintaining focus while adhering to strict food safety and sanitation regulations. This position requires strong teamwork, flexibility, and the ability to thrive under pressure. High-volume, fast-paced commercial production bakery environment Exposure to hot and cold temperatures and loud noises Involves standing for long periods, repetitive tasks, and physical endurance to meet production demands Large industrial equipment and machinery Must be able to lift 50 pounds and stand for 8+ hours Must be able to stand and exert well-paced mobility for up to 8 hours in length Requires grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, bending, climbing, listening, and hearing ability and visual acuity Qualifications: A passion for pastry arts and a commitment to excellence Must be energetic and driven Creativity and an eye for detail in dessert presentation and design People skills to be able to support and lead a team of pastry cooks Knowledge of French pastry culinary fundamentals is required Ability to demonstrate culinary techniques, i.e., cutting, cooking principles, safety, and sanitation practices. Strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment Ability to work with computers Must be able to work effectively in a stressful environment, communicate with others, and accept constructive criticism from supervisors Excellent problem-solving skills. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, fostering effective collaboration and teamwork. Being attentive to details. Have the ability to work in fast-paced in a dynamic environment. Flexibility to work in a changing environment as the company continues to grow Proactive in addressing challenges in production, ingredient shortages, or staff issues. Embody Fresh Baguette’s core values: Respect, Integrity, Committed, Team Players, Reliable, and Customer Oriented Required: Must have a minimum of 2+ years hands‑on experience in a high-volume pastry or bakery production or hospitality kitchen environment 2+ years of experience in a lead, supervisor, or assistant manager, sous chef role in a fast‑paced high-volume commercial bakery or kitchen Experience working with industrial mixers and conventional ovens Expertise in French pastry fundamentals Capable of working long hours and coming in for coverage when needed High school or equivalent education Training in a culinary institute Located in the US at the time of application with current authorization to work in the US Reliable transportation to work Intermediate to Native/Bilingual proficiency in English Preferred : Experience training in the pastry or bakery field Associate or Bachelor degree in baking and pastry arts If you're a passionate, experienced pastry professional with leadership experience and a love for French pastry, we want to hear from you! Apply today to join our team at Fresh Baguette and take the next step in your culinary career. #J-18808-Ljbffr