What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pastry Sous Chef position at Seia Restaurant?
The Pastry Sous Chef at SEIA is responsible for leading daily pastry operations while supporting the development, execution, and consistency of the restaurant’s dessert and pastry program. This role requires strong technical skill in Italian pastry, disciplined execution, and the ability to lead and develop a team while maintaining quality, creativity, and cost control.
Your Responsibilities:
Oversee daily pastry production, ensuring consistent execution, quality, and presentation across all dessert and pastry offerings.
Execute and contribute to the development of new desserts, pastries, and specials rooted in Italian tradition and seasonal ingredients.
Support menu planning and tastings in collaboration with the Executive Pastry Chef and culinary leadership.
Lead, train, and mentor pastry cooks and interns, setting clear expectations for technique, organization, and professionalism.
Maintain organization, cleanliness, and readiness of the pastry kitchen in compliance with health, safety, and HACCP standards.
Manage inventory, ordering, and proper storage of pastry ingredients while maintaining cost discipline and minimizing waste.
Ensure accurate recipe execution, portioning, and adherence to established standards.
Support service execution as needed to ensure desserts are delivered accurately and on time.
Assist with scheduling, prep planning, and daily task assignment within the pastry team.
Uphold SEIA culinary standards, discipline, and professionalism at all times.
Your Qualifications:
3–5 years of experience in a professional pastry kitchen, preferably within Italian-focused or fine dining environments.
Strong technical knowledge of Italian pastries, desserts, and baking techniques.
Proven leadership experience with the ability to train, guide, and motivate a pastry team.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a high-standard, fast-paced kitchen environment.
Clear communication skills and collaborative working style.
Ability to work flexible schedules, including early mornings, weekends, and holidays.
Genuine passion for pastry, craftsmanship, and culinary excellence.
What We Offer:
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Pet Insurance Discounts
Benefits Hub Discounts
Family Meal Provided
Miami Members Hospitality LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Miami Members Hospitality LLC will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Employees must maintain the confidentiality of all company and customer information and must not discuss such matters outside of Miami Members Hospitality LLC. Tact and discretion must be used in all dealings with all customers and potential customers to maintain a positive image of Miami Members Hospitality LLC.