Executive Pastry Chef

A Taste of Britain, a beloved tea house and café open for over 30 years in Wayne, PA, is seeking a highly skilled and creativeExecutive Pastry Chefto lead our pastry program. We are known for our Afternoon Tea service, signature scones, and exquisite desserts, and we’re looking for a culinary leader who can honor our British-inspired traditions while elevating our offerings with innovation, discipline, and business acumen. Responsibilities • Lead, manage, and mentor the pastry department, overseeing pastry chefs, bakers, and prep staff. • Proactively manage staff through coaching, training, and, when necessary, professional progressive discipline. • Coach and develop support staff into positions with greater responsibility. • Oversee staffing needs, scheduling, and labor management, with a strong understanding of labor percentages and budgetary goals. • Effectively use scheduling platforms and reporting tools to manage labor and productivity. • Collaborate with the Executive Chef and Kitchen Manager to align pastry production with overall menu strategy. • Develop and execute menus for scones, desserts, catering, retail, and seasonal specials—especially the dessert trio centerpiece of Afternoon Tea. • Build and maintain systems for recipe consistency, including checklists, training tools, and visual aids to ensure accuracy whether present on-site or not. • Plan proactively, developing recipes, systems, and production schedules for upcoming months and seasonal shifts. • Utilize the program Meez for recipe costing and cost control. • Conduct monthly inventory, manage ordering, and maintain proper food cost and waste control. • Uphold strict standards of cleanliness, sanitation, and food safety at all times. • Support special events, holidays, and catering with creative pastry offerings. • Position the pastry department for long-term growth and scalability, including potential multi-unit management. Qualifications • Seeking seasoned professional with a minimum of 8 years of professional pastry experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role. • Formal training in pastry arts or equivalent professional experience. • Strong background in scones, fresh baked goods, and plated desserts. • Demonstrated success in managing, training, and developing a team. • Experience with staffing, scheduling platforms, and labor management. • Knowledge of food costing, recipe management, and inventory control (Meez experience a plus). • Proven ability to design and implement systems (checklists, training tools, visual aids) that drive consistency and accuracy. • Creative and proactive planner with the ability to prepare menus and recipes well in advance of seasonal needs. • Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills. • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment. • Preferred: experience with scones, Afternoon Tea pastries, and British-inspired desserts. What We Offer • Competitive salary, commensurate with experience. • Health benefits and employee discounts. • Opportunities for leadership, creativity, and professional growth. • A supportive, values-driven culture rooted in hospitality and excellence. If you are a disciplined, creative pastry professional with a passion for leadership and business-minded management, we invite you to apply. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $58,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year Benefits: • Dental insurance • Employee discount • Food provided • Health insurance • Opportunities for advancement • Paid time off • Vision insurance License/Certification: • ServSafe Manager Certification (Required) Ability to Commute: • Wayne, PA 19087 (Required) Work Location: In person