Sous Chef

2 years

Pastry Sous Chef Parachute Bakery | San Francisco, CA
Start Date: July 1st, 2025
Schedule: Early morning to mid-afternoon, 5 days/week (including weekends)
Benefits: PTO, health insurance, paid parking, employee discounts at all sister properties

About Parachute
Parachute is a modern, viennoiserie-forward bakery located inside San Franciscos iconic Ferry Building. With a focus on laminated and enriched doughs, our pastry program revolves around viennoiseriecroissants, danishes, and other flaky, buttery goodscrafted fresh throughout the day. Our space includes a retail counter offering rotating seasonal pastries, cold-pressed juices, house-made confections, and a fully fledged coffee bar.

We operate as a tight-knit, highly skilled team with a shared goal: to execute exceptional product with precision, creativity, and care.

Position Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Pastry Sous Chef to join our opening team. This role is central to daily production and team leadership, working alongside the Head Chef to maintain the highest standards of product quality, consistency, and kitchen organization. Youll be primarily focused on viennoiserie and laminated pastries, with opportunities to contribute to confections and other areas of our pastry program.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef with daily production of laminated pastries (croissants, danishes) and select chocolates and confections (bread spreads, toffees, little bites)

• Ensure product consistency in quality, presentation, and taste

• Execute all aspects of pastry prep: measuring, mixing, laminating, shaping, and baking

• Help oversee kitchen operations: workstation setup, equipment use, cleanliness

• Support training and development of junior bakers, ensuring adherence to proper technique and food safety standards

• Maintain compliance with all health and hygiene protocols

Requirements

• 35 years of professional bakery experience

• Food Protection Certification required

• Formal training in pastry or baking preferred

• Strong technical proficiency in laminated pastry and enriched/leavened doughs

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment

• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills

• Availability for early mornings, weekends, and holidays

• Physical stamina for a demanding kitchen environment, including lifting and long periods of standing

Why Join Us
At Parachute, youll be part of a thoughtful, focused team that values quality over quantity, and craft over convenience. Youll have the chance to grow your skills, contribute creatively, and be part of building something from the ground up in one of San Franciscos most iconic food spaces.

To Apply:
Please send your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your interest and experience to [email protected]

Compensation: Salary ($65,000.00 - $75,000.00)

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, Potential Bonuses, Dining Discounts

Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

Attention to Detail in Food Presentation and Quality

Time Management Skills to Handle Early Mornings and High Volume Production

Creativity in Pastry Development and Execution

Adaptability to Changing Kitchen Demands

Mentorship and Training Skills for Junior Bakers

Commitment to Food Safety and Hygiene Standards

Problem Solving Skills in a Fast Paced Environment

Ability to Maintain Composure Under Pressure

Passion for Baking and Pastry Arts

Customer Service Orientation Through Quality Product Delivery

Ability to Follow and Execute Complex Recipes

Knowledge of Kitchen Equipment and Maintenance

Collaboration With the Head Chef for Product Development

Willingness to Learn and Grow Within the Role

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