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Executive Pastry ChefParfait Paris is seeking an experienced Executive Pastry Chef to oversee production, innovation, quality, and team development across our growing organization. This role leads our central commissary bakery and supports nine retail locations, ensuring exceptional products, operational excellence, and continued growth.Compensation & BenefitsTotal Compensation: $85,000–$115,000+ DOE, including performance-based bonuses.Performance-based bonus opportunitiesHealth, dental, and vision insurancePaid vacation and sick timeEmployee discountsProfessional development opportunitiesOpportunity to play a key leadership role in the growth of one of Southern California's leading French bakery brandsWhat You'll DoLead all pastry and bakery production from our commissary facilityRecruit, train, mentor, and develop pastry chefs, bakers, decorators, and production staff.Foster a culture of excellence, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.Create new pastries, desserts, viennoiserie, and seasonal offeringsMaintain exceptional quality and consistency across all locationsManage food costs, labor costs, and production efficiencies.Collaborate with purchasing teams on ingredient sourcing and vendor relationships.Monitor inventory levels and minimize waste.Ensure food safety and operational excellencePartner closely with ownership and operations leadership on growth initiatives.Support new store openings and commissary expansion projects.Participate in budgeting, forecasting, and operational planning.What We're Looking For7+ years of professional pastry experienceLeadership experience managing production teamsStrong expertise in French pastry, viennoiserie, desserts, and artisan bakingExperience in high-volume production environmentsPassion for quality, innovation, and team developmentWhy Join Parfait Paris?You'll have the opportunity to shape the future of a growing French bakery brand, lead a talented team, influence product development, and build systems that support continued expansion while preserving the craftsmanship and quality that define Parfait Paris.To Apply: Please submit your resume and a brief introduction outlining your experience and leadership philosophy.