Pastry Chef

Sodexo is a global leader in quality of life services, dedicated to improving the everyday experiences of people across various sectors including corporate, education, healthcare, and government. With a vast presence worldwide, Sodexo delivers a wide range of services encompassing food service, facilities management, and integrated solutions tailored to the unique needs of its clients. The company prides itself on fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment where employees can thrive and contribute meaningfully to their communities. Sodexo values diversity, inclusion, and a culture of belonging, ensuring that all employees feel respected and empowered to be their authentic selves.

The Pastry Chef position at Sodexo, located at Lipscomb University, offers a part-time employment opportunity with a pay range of $16 to $20 per hour. This role is essential in creating high-quality, delicious baked goods and desserts that delight customers and reduce food waste. Working varying shifts with an emphasis on open availability, the Pastry Chef plays a critical role in delivering exceptional culinary experiences across various food operations including banquets, specialty orders, and to-go requests.

As a Pastry Chef, you will be responsible for overseeing the creativity and preparation of all desserts and baked goods, ensuring inventory is maintained with fresh and appealing products. Your expertise will be vital in preparing items from scratch such as breads, rolls, muffins, biscuits, pies, cakes, cookies, pastries, and a variety of other desserts. The role requires excellent time management to schedule production effectively, maintain consistency in quality, and deliver great customer service. Timeliness and reliability in attending scheduled shifts are also crucial to meet operational demands.

This position is ideal for individuals with an Associate's Degree in Pastry Arts or 3 to 5 years of related experience, particularly in high production environments. Sodexo values candidates who are team-oriented, adaptable, and committed to fostering a safe and healthy working environment for all employees. While no additional specific requirements are listed, a passion for baking, creativity, and a dedication to excellence will set you up for success in this role.

Joining Sodexo means becoming part of a company dedicated to making a positive impact in communities and building a better everyday for everyone. Employees enjoy access to ongoing training and development opportunities, fostering career growth and advancement. The supportive work environment at Sodexo values work-life balance, ensuring you can be home for life's important moments. Comprehensive benefits are offered, supporting your well-being and that of your family, including paid time off, medical, dental, vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and retirement plans. Depending on the location, additional site-specific benefits such as free shift meals, uniforms, safety shoes, and transportation support may also be available.

Sodexo’s commitment to inclusion and equal opportunity ensures a workplace where diversity is celebrated and everyone can feel valued. If you are passionate about pastry arts and eager to contribute your skills as part of a dynamic team, this position offers a rewarding and flexible opportunity to grow your career while making a meaningful difference.