Fabio Viviani Hospitality Group

Pastry Program Director

Cincinnati, OH · Director

Sponsorship not specified$85k-$100kDetected 21 days ago

Inventory ManagementLeadershipCommunication

About the role

The Pastry Program Director is the visionary behind our pastry program across multiple locations.

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 partnering with unit-level kitchen staff to execute the pastry program.
Manage pastry-related food cost, waste, and inventory considerations in partnership with unit leadership.
You'll be equal parts creative force, teacher, and quality guardian and hands on chef: developing what goes on the menu, building the training that gets it right, and making sure every plate that leaves the kitchen meets the standard you set.
About Us Fabio Viviani Hospitality along with our partner is bringing the Fabio Viviani Hospitality philosophy to Cincinnati with locations like Zingaro, Lorena, and more.
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.
Duties: Develop, test, and standardize pastry recipes across all FVH locations, ensuring consistency without sacrificing creativity.

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.

Fabio Viviani Hospitality along with our partner is bringing the Fabio Viviani Hospitality philosophy to Cincinnati with locations like Zingaro, Lorena, and more.
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.
Oversee and uphold pastry quality standards across multiple locations through regular visits, audits, and tastings.
Provide quality and genuine hospitality in everything that leaves the pastry kitchen.
Guide unit teams in upholding the excellence and efficiency of pastry operations.
Stay ahead of pastry trends and bring fresh, on-brand ideas to the menu development process.
Train kitchen staff on technique, presentation, and consistency to FVH standards.
Adhere to, and ensure all team members adhere to, all company safety and sanitation policies and procedures.
Other duties as assigned.

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