Executive Pastry Sous Chef - Cocola, Bay Area

Cocola is a renowned high-end pastry retailer and wholesaler located in the San Francisco Bay Area, with over 25 years of heritage in delighting customers with exceptional pastries. The company has built its reputation by seamlessly blending European pastry traditions with the innovative flair intrinsic to California's culinary scene. Cocola's product portfolio ranges broadly from timeless classic favorites to inventive, contemporary creations that continue to captivate and satisfy a diverse customer base. As a burgeoning presence within the artisan pastry market, Cocola is committed to growth and excellence, driven by a passionate team that values craftsmanship, quality, and customer delight. Their dedication manifests in every pastry crafted, ensuring that each piece not only meets high standards of taste and presentation but also tells a story of rich cultural fusion and creativity.

The role of Executive Pastry Sous Chef at Cocola offers a unique opportunity for a skilled and ambitious pastry professional to lead and elevate the company’s production kitchen operations. This position demands a combination of artistry, leadership, and operational efficiency to guarantee that Cocola’s renowned quality is consistently maintained across retail, wholesale, and online channels. Collaborating closely with the Executive Chef, the Executive Pastry Sous Chef will be entrusted with managing daily production schedules, supervising inventory and cost controls, and mentoring a production team to uphold the highest standards of pastry excellence. A focus on innovation is paramount, with the role encouraging the exploration and development of diverse, health-conscious options including gluten-free, vegan, and reduced-sugar pastries. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in high-volume, high-quality pastry production environments and possess strong leadership skills that inspire and motivate a creative team. Passion for detail, an eye for texture and presentation, and a zest for pushing the boundaries of flavor profiles and modern pastry aesthetics are essential.

Joining Cocola means becoming part of a collaborative, supportive culture centered on passion for exceptional pastries and culinary innovation. The company offers a competitive salary along with a performance-based bonus, and provides an inspiring environment where talented pastry chefs can shape both classic and innovative pastries within a respected, growing Bay Area brand. This role offers the unique prospect to experiment with new techniques, enhance recipe development, and see one’s inventive creations brought to life in multiple distribution channels. Additionally, the company values multilingual abilities, with Spanish fluency or conversational skills considered a strong plus due to the linguistic diversity of its team. Cocola is excited to welcome an Executive Pastry Sous Chef who embodies creativity, discipline, and leadership to help shape the future of their exceptional pastry offerings.