Pastry Sous Chef

Halls Signature Events • Charleston, SC

3h • Onsite

About The Position

Halls Signature Events is seeking a highly skilled, driven, and leadership-minded Pastry Sous Chef to support and help lead our distinguished pastry program. This role is designed for a professional with advanced technical ability, strong organizational skills, and a deep commitment to artisanal craftsmanship. Reporting directly to the Executive Pastry Chef, the Pastry Sous Chef will play a critical role in executing daily operations, mentoring team members, and maintaining the highest standards of quality, consistency, and innovation within a kitchen built on excellence and refinement.

Requirements

• Minimum 3–5+ years of professional pastry experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory role preferred.
• Strong foundation in classical pastry techniques, including laminated doughs, custards, mousses, chocolate work, and refined cake decoration.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop a team in a high-performance, high-volume environment.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to multitask while maintaining exceptional quality.
• A creative, forward-thinking mindset with a passion for seasonal ingredients, flavor balance, and elevated presentation.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative, solutions-driven approach to leadership.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by business needs.

Nice To Haves

• Culinary or pastry arts education is a plus, though not required with substantial hands-on experience.

Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Pastry Chef in overseeing daily pastry production, ensuring consistent execution of all menu items and specialty orders.
• Lead by example in preparing and presenting high-quality pastries, desserts, and baked goods with precision and artisanal technique.
• Supervise, train, and mentor pastry cooks, fostering skill development and reinforcing standards of excellence and professionalism.
• Maintain and enforce recipe integrity, food quality, portioning, and presentation standards across all pastry offerings.
• Assist with menu development, seasonal features, and creative input that reflects both innovation and respect for classic techniques.
• Manage production schedules, prep lists, and station organization to ensure efficiency and seamless kitchen flow.
• Uphold strict cleanliness, organization, and food safety standards in compliance with all health regulations.
• Step into a leadership role in the absence of the Executive Pastry Chef, ensuring continuity in execution and team direction.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision insurance available for all fulltime employees (30 hours per week or more). Effective your first day of employment!
• Company pays up to 70% of your medical premium dependent on the plan you choose.
• Legal and voluntary life insurance options.
• Flexible Spending Account or Health Spending Account depending on the plan you choose
• Paid Time Off to support you with an active life outside of work after 6 months of full-time employment.
• 50% dining discount throughout the Hall Management Group of restaurants
• Company paid Employee Assistance Program to support overall mental wellbeing
• 401(k) to help you invest in your future available to full and part time employees after 6 months with up to a 4% company match

What This Job Offers

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