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Position Title : Pastry Chef

Location : The Americano – Scottsdale, AZ

Reports To : Executive Chef

Overview :

The Americano is seeking a talented and creative Pastry Chef to lead our pastry program and uphold the restaurant’s high standards of excellence. The ideal candidate will bring refined technical skill, artistic presentation, and a deep understanding of both classic and contemporary desserts. This role is responsible for developing and executing all pastry and dessert offerings, managing daily production, and supporting the culinary team in delivering an exceptional guest experience.

Key Responsibilities :

• Create, test, and execute all dessert and pastry menu items for à la carte service, events, and special features.
• Oversee daily production of breads, desserts, and plated components in coordination with the Executive Chef.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient pastry station in compliance with health and safety standards.
• Train, manage, and mentor pastry cooks and support staff to ensure consistency and quality.
• Develop seasonal dessert menus in collaboration with the Executive Chef, reflecting The Americano’s modern Italian-inspired concept.
• Manage pastry inventory, ordering, and cost control to align with budget and COGs goals.
• Collaborate with the culinary and service teams to ensure seamless execution of plated desserts and specialty presentations.
• Innovate and elevate pastry techniques, presentation styles, and guest experience through creativity and attention to detail.

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