Fabio Viviani Hospitality Group

Executive Pastry Chef

Chicago Southland, IL

Sponsorship not specified$75k-$80kDetected 5 days ago

Inventory ManagementLeadershipCommunication

About the role

This role combines creativity and program development with hands-on kitchen execution.
This is not a purely administrative leadership position.
The Executive Pastry Chef will work alongside the culinary team-preparing, baking, finishing and plating desserts.

About Fabio Viviani Hospitality Fabio Viviani Hospitality creates memorable dining experiences through chef-driven food, energetic service, and thoughtful hospitality.
From the kitchen to the dining room, we aim to build welcoming places people want to return to.
Develop, test, and standardize pastry recipes.
Lead the rollout of new pastry items and seasonal menus, including training materials and hands-on training for kitchen teams.
Lead and develop a small core pastry team while working with kitchen staff to executive the Pastry program.
Manage pastry-related food cost, waste, and inventory considerations in partnership with unit leadership.
Maintain pastry equipment and promptly report maintenance or repair needs.
Support restaurant openings, special events and other culinary initiatives as needed.
You will create menus, develop and test recipes, establish production standards, manage costs and help shape the long-term direction of the pastry program.
The ideal candidate is both an imaginative pastry professional and a collaborative working chef who enjoys developing programs while remaining actively involved in daily kitchen operations.

Strong understanding of food cost, waste, and inventory management as it relates to pastry operations.
Ability to taste and evaluate food and beverage products.
If you are passionate about food and hospitality, we may be the place for you!

3+ years of experience in a professional pastry kitchen, including senior or executive-level pastry leadership preferred.

Chicago Southland About the Role The Executive Pastry Chef will lead a pastry program that reflects our culinary vision and enhances the guest experience.
Additional benefits and bonus opportunities may be available.

We are a hands-on, growth-minded organization that believes great experiences begin with strong teams, disciplined operations, and a genuine focus on the guest.
We're looking for an Executive Pastry Chef.

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