Pastry Chef

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A catering leader in central Indiana is hiring a Pastry Chef to own and elevate all pastry production across corporate events, weddings, and luxury experiences. This role is responsible for high‑volume execution, next‑level dessert design, and creating true wow‑factor moments  will lead pastry production, mentor talent, collaborate with leadership, and personally step in when execution matters most. The right candidate is a highly creative, high‑volume pastry leader who thrives in luxury environments, leads with service, and takes pride in flawless execution.

• Lead all pastry production for corporate events, weddings, and large‑scale luxury functions
• Design visually stunning dessert plates, stations, and displays that deliver a true “wow” experience
• Execute high‑volume pastry production with precision and consistency
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef on tasting menus, RFPs, and client presentations
• Develop and launch new dessert menus and mini‑sweet concepts throughout the year
• Oversee ingredient ordering, inventory management, and pastry department costing
• Partner with procurement and vendors to ensure best quality and price alignment
• Create and manage pastry production schedules and staffing plans
• Ensure flawless execution for on‑site and off‑premises events, including custom and VIP desserts
• Maintain strict food safety, sanitation, and health department compliance
• Train, mentor, and elevate pastry team skillsets and execution standards
• Step in hands‑on during major events when needed; no task is too big or too small

• Minimum 5 years of professional pastry experience in high‑volume catering, hotel, or luxury hospitality environments
• Proven experience supporting $5M+ in annual food and beverage sales
• Strong background in fine dining and luxury‑level pastry presentation
• Advanced chocolate and sugar garnish skills
• High‑volume purchasing and cost management experience
• Expertise in food safety practices and production systems
• Experience with event‑driven scheduling and team coordination
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail
• Creative, collaborative, and service‑driven leadership style;
  Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent experience considered
• HACCP or Serv Safe certification preferred

• Strong bonus potential
• Overtime pay for major events and peak weekends
• First‑year bonus and additional compensation for large‑scale event hours
• Medical coverage with 90% employer contribution
• Dental, life insurance and 401(k) with 4% match
• Paid holidays including Christmas, New Year’s, Thanksgiving, and more
• PTO with flexibility and growth over tenure
• Most meals covered while working
• Chef coats and prep uniforms provided
• Relocation assistance available
• Long‑term growth opportunity in a stable, people‑first organization

If you’re a kind, driven, and highly creative pastry leader who thrives in high‑volume luxury environments, leads with humility and service, and takes full ownership of their craft, we want to hear from you! Apply now!

• Mid‑Senior level

• Full‑time

• Management and Manufacturing

• Staffing and Recruiting

Location:

Indianapolis, IN

Compensation: $75,000.00–$80,000.00