Pastry Sous Chef - Cassique

Kiawah Partners • Kiawah Island, SC

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Pastry Sous Chef works at the Cassique clubhouse, part of the Kiawah Island Club, supporting pastry operations for Voysey's and the Living Room, as well as banquets, holidays, and other special events. The venues offer fine dining, a polished bar experience, and culinary events; pastries, cakes, cookies, gelatos, and sorbets are made in-house. The kitchen uses fresh ingredients and time-tested techniques alongside modern technology, with an emphasis on memorable food and developing staff careers.

Working with the Executive Pastry Chef and culinary team, the Pastry Sous Chef contributes to menu development, recipe creation, daily production, staff training, kitchen organization, and food safety. The role requires flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays, and the ability to lift 50 pounds. Candidates may apply in person Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., at 253 Gardeners Circle, Kiawah Island, SC 29455.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of professional pastry experience, preferably in fine dining or upscale hospitality.
• Skilled experience in breads, lamination techniques, gelatos, sorbets, pastries, and plated desserts.
• Experience with banquet production and execution.
• Passion for pastry, creativity, and interest in modern industry trends.
• Willingness to replenish professional knowledge and continue learning.
• Comfort with and proactive participation in experimenting with dishes and techniques.
• Ability to work weekends and holidays and flexibility with shifts; candidates must also be available to work evenings.
• Excellent communication skills for interacting with staff, members, and vendors.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience supervising or training kitchen staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example and demonstrate passion for pastry and quality.
• Assist with dessert menu development and recipe creation for Voysey's and the Living Room, consistent with the modern European steakhouse concept.
• Collaborate with the Executive Pastry Chef and chef team to write and plan menus, banquets, holidays, and special events.
• Assist with training, supervising, and developing pastry staff.
• Participate in daily pastry production from preparation through execution, maintaining consistency, quality, and attention to detail.
• Execute and maintain high standards for pastries, breads, desserts, gelatos, and sorbets.
• Help maintain pastry team organization, product inventory, and kitchen maintenance.
• Help monitor food costs, portion control, and waste management to keep offerings within budget.
• Maintain food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness standards in the pastry kitchen.
• Communicate efficiently with the Executive Pastry Chef, chef team, and front-of-house management.
• Work with chefs, cooks, and stewards to promote a positive, enjoyable, and efficient atmosphere.
• Work with the front-of-house team to encourage learning and staff engagement.
• Assume the leadership role when the Executive Pastry Chef is absent, as needed.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Short-term disability insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• 401(k)
• Life insurance
• Accident insurance
• Telehealth
• Health and dependent care spending account
• Wellness program
• Paid time off, including 12 vacation days, 6 sick days, and 9 paid holidays per year

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed