Head Pastry Chef

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Company: Zuma

As a Zuma Head Pastry Chef, you are responsible for leading the pastry team in creating and delivering exceptional desserts and baked goods that meet the highest standards of quality and presentation. You will be responsible for overseeing all pastry operations, developing innovative menu items, and ensuring compliance with food safety regulations.

Zuma is a contemporary Japanese restaurant collection, inspired by the dynamic Izakaya dining style. Our global collection includes four venues across North America’s most iconic cities: Miami, New York, Las Vegas, and Boston. Our venues are icons in each of their hospitality landscapes, demonstrating our commitment to excellence and to elevating our guest experiences. Zuma in proud to be part of the Azumi collection.

Life at Zuma

At Zuma, we’re more than a restaurant – we’re a vibrant community fuelled by the energy that flows from our Robata grills, guided by our core values:

Honor the Mastery – we celebrate every detail, always striving for perfection – putting pride in everything we do

Do Unto Others – we support each other to be at our best, treating every team member and guest with warmth and openness

Embrace the Energy – we bring passion and positivity to everything we do

Main Duties

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Develop and maintain a seasonal pastry menu that reflects Zuma’s culinary philosophy, emphasizing fresh, high-quality ingredients and innovative flavor combinations
• Supervise and mentor pastry staff, including pastry sous chefs, and pastry cooks, to ensure consistency, teamwork, and adherence to culinary standards
• Collaborate with the management team to establish and achieve culinary objectives, including revenue targets, food cost goals, and guest satisfaction metrics
• Conduct regular pastry menu tastings, recipe testing, and quality control checks to ensure consistency, flavor, and presentation of all dishes served at Zuma
• Train, mentor, and develop the pastry team, including creating and implementing a promotion plan
• Foster a culture of culinary excellence, teamwork, and professionalism in the kitchen, providing leadership, guidance, and mentorship to culinary staff at all levels
• Manage pastry inventory levels, control food costs, and optimize profitability through effective menu planning, portion control, and waste reduction strategies

What We Look For

Our ideal candidate embodies our values and the following:

• A genuine love for culinary experiences & a passion for Japanese cuisine
• A natural team player who is at home working in sync with a large team
• Naturally friendly, customer-oriented, and skilled at creating memorable dining experiences
• 3+ years Head Pastry Chef experience or Executive Pastry Chef in a high-volume restaurant or hospitality establishment
• Culinary degree or equivalent certification with a specialization in pastry arts
• Must hold a valid health and safety certification as required by local regulations
• Exceptional pastry skills, with a strong knowledge of various baking and dessert-making techniques
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as required

Benefits

We offer incredible career growth, international opportunities, and the chance to contribute to a world-renowned brand, where every detail from the finest ingredients to our unrivalled atmosphere is crafted to perfection.

As part of our team, you’ll enjoy:

• World-Class training, designed to inspire and educate
• Global opportunities, experience hospitality around the globe with our five incredible brands
• Health Benefits: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance to ensure your well-being.
• Family Meals are shared daily
• Rewards & Recognition, we value our team and celebrate your contributions to our success with meaningful rewards and recognition
• Staff discount, enjoy exclusive discounts across the Azumi group, worldwide!

Our Commitment to Inclusivity

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applicants. If you require any assistance to make the recruitment process more accessible, please let one of our Talent Acquisition team know.

Ready to create some magic? Join us and bring your talent to a team that’s elevating contemporary dining on a global stage.