Lead Pastry Cook

Ballyhoo Hospitality & Big Mamma Group are currently seeking a talented and culinary focused Pastry Lead to join our opening team in Juno Beach. 

About Ballyhoo Hospitality:

Founded in 2009 by Ryan and Anna O'Donnell, Ballyhoo Hospitality is a Chicago-based restaurant group operating 15 neighborhood-driven concepts across Chicago and the suburbs. Led today by Ryan O'Donnell and Partner Jon Farrer, Ballyhoo is built on warm, personal hospitality, honest cuisine, and deep community investment. The group expands intentionally, preserving the individuality of each concept while staying rooted in the belief that great hospitality is shaped by passionate teams, loyal guests, and the neighborhoods they serve.

About Big Mamma Group:

The Big Mamma Squadra is a family of over 2,200 people, all of whom share a passion for Italy. Our common goal? To give you the best moment of your day. If you've visited us before, you know that we love creating incredible dishes in a warm, lively atmosphere. If you don't know us yet, then an unforgettable moment awaits you. A company like ours thrives on the unique personalities that shape it. And that's exactly the kind of person we're looking for. If you have great charisma, if you know little about gastronomy, but pizza is your life, or if you simply have a special talent for recognising pasta shapes - then you've come to the right place. To know more about us:

Job Summary:

The Pastry Lead supports the Executive Pastry Chef in the daily production and execution of high-quality pastries, cakes, ice cream, and specialty baked goods. This role helps maintain consistency, food safety, and presentation standards while assisting with wholesale orders, special occasion orders, and recipe execution. The Assistant Pastry Chef is a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and is committed to delivering exceptional guest experiences.

Benefits & Perks:

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, Potential Bonuses, and Dining Discounts.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

These job functions include, but are not limited to, the following duties; additional duties may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Pastry & Dessert Production

• Prepare, bake, and decorate a wide variety of pastries, cakes, cookies, ice cream and specialty items.
• Ensure all products meet company standards for quality, taste, appearance, and consistency.
• Ensure daily production is met and executed properly.
• Execute recipes accurately while maintaining proper portioning and presentation.
• Assist with seasonal menu changes, specialty desserts, and promotional offerings.
• Maintain production schedules to ensure freshness and product availability.

Kitchen Operations

• Assist in organizing daily production and assigning tasks to pastry team members.
• Monitor product quality throughout production.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient pastry kitchen.
• Ensure proper storage, labeling, rotation, and handling of all ingredients.

To perform this job successfully, the Pastry Lead must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

• 2–5 years of professional pastry or baking experience.
• Culinary or Pastry Arts degree preferred.
• Experience in high-volume bakery, restaurant, hotel, or catering environments.
• Strong knowledge of baking techniques, dessert preparation, and cake decorating.
• Ability to read and scale recipes accurately.
• Advanced cake decorating, sculpting, and piping techniques preferred. 
• Experience with ice cream production is preferred.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently under pressure.
• Flexible schedule, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and friendly environment.
• Gain valuable experience in the hospitality industry.
• Be part of a team that values growth and development.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit their resume and a brief cover letter outlining their relevant experience.

Ballyhoo Hospitality Group & Big Mamma Group are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.