Pastry Chef

Salary: $80,000 - $90,000

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Wolfgang Puck Catering is committed to recruiting individuals who express an interest in and passion for hospitality-driven experiences; who come from diverse backgrounds, are open-minded and curious about our clients and guests; and, most of all, who possess a welcoming smile and spirit. Our ultimate goal is to develop mentoring and career building opportunities through a talent pipeline that allows us to promote from within.

"The most important thing in life, whatever you do, has to be passion." Wolfgang Puck

Success on our team starts with our culture:

• We have Wolfgang's PASSION for our business, our product, and our people / guests / clients.
• A FLEXIBLE MINDSET is key; we are strategic business partners who wear multiple hats.
• Our services require a CONCIERGE mentality, a bias to action with humble hospitality.
• We are out-of-the-box PROBLEM SOLVERS, who look around corners so our clients and guests don't have to.
• We curate company and partner resources to bring our client's vision to life. We seek to cultivate the next generation of talent, purveyors and partnerships.
• We bring an entrepreneurial approach to deliver results for our clients (you might call this scrappy).
• Collaboration and openness to innovative business tools, new ways of thinking and ability to partner across departments are essential to create optimal business solutions.

"I can have the best food, but if we don't have good people, it won't get you very far."

Job Summary

Academy Museum of Motion Pictures is seeking a collaborative and highly skilled Pastry Chef to support pastry operations across our high-volume, fine-dining restaurant, café, and museum-wide catering program. This role contributes to an elevated guest experience by leading daily pastry production, refining menu offerings, and delivering exceptional desserts for in-house service, special events, premieres, and large-scale VIP activations.

You will work closely with the Executive Chef to guide pastry preparation, maintain consistent quality and presentation, and build a positive, inclusive kitchen culture. This position is ideal for a creative, solutions-oriented pastry professional who thrives in dynamic environments and enjoys blending technique, artistry, and hospitality.

Key Responsibilities

• Support all pastry operations for the restaurant, café, and catering programs, including daily production, prep, plating, and service execution.
• Lead pastry staff during service and events, offering coaching, clear communication, and hands-on support.
• Develop seasonal dessert menus using fresh, high-quality ingredients reflective of current culinary trends.
• Produce and scale recipes for high-volume service, ensuring consistency in flavor, texture, and presentation across outlets.
• Manage ordering, recipe costing, inventory control, and waste reduction strategies.
• Ensure all perishable products are handled, stored, labeled, and rotated properly.
• Maintain a clean and organized pastry kitchen that aligns with HACCP, Department of Health, and internal sanitation standards.
• Partner with culinary leadership to support VIP events, award-season functions, and programs involving talent and high-profile guests, maintaining discretion and professionalism at all times.
• Contribute to hiring, training, scheduling, and ongoing development of hourly pastry staff.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef to implement systems, improve efficiencies, and uphold high standards for quality and hospitality.

What We're Looking For

• Experience in upscale, high-volume restaurant or venue-based catering environments.
• Strong pastry fundamentals with the ability to execute creative, refined desserts at scale.
• A collaborative leadership style with the ability to mentor teams in fast-paced environments.
• Adaptability and comfort pivoting quickly during busy periods or last-minute event changes.
• Knowledge of HACCP, allergen protocols, kitchen safety, and sanitation best practices.
• Ability to communicate clearly, prioritize tasks, and stay organized under pressure.
• Professionalism and discretion when engaging with talent, VIPs, or high-profile clients.
• Computer literacy, including comfort with menu systems, costing tools, and Microsoft Office.
• Culinary or pastry degree.
• Three or more years of pastry experience in fine dining, luxury hospitality, or premium catering.
• ServSafe or Department of Health certification.
• Demonstrated success designing seasonal menus and managing food cost controls.

Apply to Wolfgang Puck today!

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Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.

Associates at Wolfgang Puck Catering are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Personal Leave
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Wolfgang Puck Catering maintains a drugfree workplace.

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

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Req ID: 1504976

Wolfgang Puck Catering

Michael Abbey

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