Pastry Chef Job at PRESS Restaurant, Saint Helena, CA

cXdEcmZNNGNISWhvanI3YW1SWjlqYXc2NXc9PQ==
  • PRESS Restaurant
  • Saint Helena, CA

Job Description

PRESS Restaurant is seeking a visionary and talented Pastry Chef to lead and evolve our pastry program. In this role, you will drive innovation and creativity across our dessert offerings, ensuring exceptional quality, consistency, and memorable experiences for our guests.

Under the guidance of Chef Philip Tessier and Managing Partner Justin Williams, PRESS is committed to culinary excellence and providing refined dining experiences rooted in seasonal ingredients and thoughtful technique. As part of the leadership team behind Michelin-starred PRESS Restaurant, the Pastry Chef will play a key role in shaping and executing a pastry program that reflects the restaurant’s dedication to craftsmanship and hospitality.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute creative, seasonal pastry menus including plated desserts, breads, mignardises, and specialty confections.

  • Lead, mentor, and inspire the pastry team while maintaining the highest standards of quality, presentation, and consistency.

  • Oversee daily pastry production, ensuring efficient workflow, organization, and adherence to culinary standards.

  • Collaborate closely with the culinary leadership team to create thoughtful dessert pairings that complement the savory menu.

  • Manage ordering, inventory, and sourcing of high-quality ingredients for pastry production.

  • Maintain a clean, organized, and professional kitchen environment.

Requirements

  • Proven experience as a Pastry Chef or in a senior pastry leadership role in a fine dining environment.

  • Deep knowledge of pastry techniques, dessert trends, and ingredient functionality.

  • Strong creative ability with a passion for refined, seasonally driven desserts.

  • Excellent leadership skills with experience mentoring and developing pastry talent.

  • Strong organizational, communication, and time-management abilities.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

  • Medical, vision, dental, 401K, and life insurance benefits available.

  • Employee dining discounts.

  • Opportunities for professional growth within the PRESS culinary team.

Join PRESS Restaurant and help lead a pastry program dedicated to craft, creativity, and exceptional guest experiences.

Job Tags

Full time

Similar Jobs

Adyen

Senior Content Writer Job at Adyen

 ...as they are initiating and developing broader strategic content briefs in collaboration with stakeholders. You are proficient in writing (long-form and short-form), editing, have strong project management skills and a good grasp of SEO. You are commercially minded,... 

José Andrés Group - Las Vegas

Pastry Chef Job at José Andrés Group - Las Vegas

 ...Job Title: Pastry Chef Reports To: Executive Chef / Chef de Cuisine / Director of F&B Department: Back of House Pastry Employment Type: Salaried, Exempt About Jos Andrs Group Jos Andrs Group (JAG) is a hospitality company led by Chef Jos Andrs, known... 

KCI Telecommunications

Lead Access Control Technician Job at KCI Telecommunications

 ...Job Description: As a Lead Access Control Technician , you will be responsible for leading installation teams, ensuring high-quality workmanship, and providing technical expertise for access control, security, and surveillance system projects. This role requires... 

IGT, a Nevada Corporation

Game Designer IV Job at IGT, a Nevada Corporation

 ...Our dedicated team collaborates to build high-quality slot and casino games that captivate players around the world. As a Game Designer at PlayDigital, you will play a pivotal role in the creative process, leading the ideation of exciting casino and slot game concepts... 

Lorven technologies

Data Engineer (Azure & Snowflake) Job at Lorven technologies

 ...Consultant with a contract project in New York City, NY below is the detailed requirement. Job positing Title: Data Engineer (Azure & Snowflake) Location: Minneapolis, MN Type: Contract Job Summary: We are looking for a skilled Data Engineer with...