Pastry Executive Sous Chef
Atelier Crenn | San Francisco
Atelier Crenn is seeking a Pastry Executive Sous Chef to support the culinary team in overseeing daily pastry operations at our three-Michelin-star restaurant. This role is hands-on and leadership-driven, focused on execution, consistency, and collaboration across culinary and service teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Support day-to-day pastry kitchen operations, including prep, service, and production
- Work with CDC to organize and mentor pastry cooks, ensuring clarity, accountability, and high standards
- Maintain recipe accuracy, quality control, and allergy compliance
- Ensure food safety, sanitation, and regulatory compliance at all times
- Oversee ordering, inventory control, waste management, and labor
- Assist with monthly inventories and food cost tracking
- Act as a pastry point person for buyouts and special events
- Collaborate closely with service leadership to ensure smooth daily operations
- Participate in weekly management meetings and operational planning
Qualifications
- 3+ years experience in Michelin level pastry programs.
- 2+ years experience as Pastry Sous Chef or similar leadership role in a fine-dining restaurant environment
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Ability to lead by example in a fast-paced, detail-driven kitchen
- Working knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
- Commitment to consistency, craftsmanship, and teamwork