Pastry Chef

Bottega Louie is a premier restaurant, patisserie, and cafe established in Los Angeles in 2007. Renowned for its commitment to delivering premium and accessible fine dining experiences, it masterfully blends classic American, Italian, and French cuisine with exceptional service standards. With its flagship location serving thousands of guests daily, Bottega Louie has grown into a landmark destination known for its vibrant culinary innovation and dedication to community connection. This establishment operates with advanced management systems to ensure consistency and quality across all guest experiences. As a team-oriented company, Bottega Louie places immense value on fostering a positive and collaborative work environment where each employee's contribution is respected and essential to the organization’s success.

The Pastry Chef role at Bottega Louie is pivotal in upholding the high standards of the patisserie and bakery operations. Reporting directly to the Head Pastry Chef and working closely with the Executive Pastry Chef, the Pastry Chef will play a significant role in both the operational and creative aspects of the pastry kitchen. This includes overseeing the production of cakes, pastries, viennoiserie, and confectionaries, ensuring that every product meets the company’s exacting quality standards. The role demands a detail-oriented individual capable of managing food costs by adhering strictly to recipes and minimizing waste while sourcing premium ingredients prudently.

Beyond culinary expertise, the Pastry Chef is expected to lead and mentor kitchen staff to maintain consistent excellence in production and service. This includes facilitating training, monitoring staff performance through regular checklists, and fostering a positive workplace atmosphere that encourages effective communication and teamwork. Bottega Louie emphasizes sustainability and stakeholder value, so the role requires an individual committed to operating discipline and team collaboration to benefit guests, team members, investors, vendors, and the community at large.

This position is ideal for professionals who are passionate about pastry arts and dedicated to personal and professional growth within a dynamic and respected hospitality company. The employer offers competitive compensation starting at $34 to $38 per hour, with benefits included. The ideal candidate will have a genuine passion for providing exceptional goods and hospitality, and be ready to contribute positively to the company culture. As an equal opportunity employer, Bottega Louie encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds and identities to apply and join their inclusive and quality-driven team.