Head Pastry Chef at Hemma Hemma

un Head Pastry Chef at Hemma Hemma (Waldo, KCMO) Hemma Hemma image 1 of 6 7122 Wornall Rd near Gregory compensation: $21/hr + tips employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Head Pastry Chef Job Title: Head Pastry Chef The Head Pastry Chef leads the pastry program for our restaurant, overseeing all aspects of baked good production from concept to plate. This role combines creativity with operational leadershipensuring exceptional quality, consistency, and presentation. The Head Pastry Chef must work well independently, yet with a keen sense for team oriented operations. As the business grows, this position offers the opportunity to oversee pastry operations for a second location, leading a team while shaping and maintaining our brand's pastry identity across multiple sites. Key Responsibilities Creative Development -Design and execute seasonal pastry and dessert menus aligned with the restaurant's culinary vision -Innovate new pastry items and baked goods while refining signature offerings -Collaborate with the Executive Chef and culinary leadership to integrate pastries into the overall menu concept Production & Quality Control -Oversee daily pastry production, from prep to plating -Maintain high standards for taste, texture, presentation, and portioning -Ensure recipes and techniques are documented for consistency across locations Operational Management -Manage ordering, inventory, and vendor relationships for pastry supplies -Monitor food costs, waste control, and portion management -Ensure all pastry kitchen operations meet health and safety standards Team Leadership & Training (Future Growth Responsibility) -Hire, train, and mentor pastry cooks and assistants -Foster a positive, professional kitchen environment -Lead tastings and ongoing pastry training for FOH and BOH teams Multi-Location Oversight (Future Growth Responsibility) -Develop scalable pastry production systems for multiple locations -Train and supervise pastry leads at other sites -Conduct quality checks and menu rollouts across the group -Salaried compensation with proven competency to fulfill the role Qualifications - 5+ years of pastry experience, preferably with at least 2 years in a leadership role - Proven track record of menu development and execution at a high level - Strong understanding of classical and modern pastry techniques - Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills - Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume environment - Proficiency in inventory management, ordering, and cost control - Passion for creativity, precision, and guest satisfaction Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster. post id: ... [ ]