Pastry Sous Chef

Bazaar Meat, a premier restaurant located at Andaz Miami Beach in the vibrant hub of South Beach, is an embodiment of culinary innovation and bold flavors catering to meat enthusiasts and food lovers alike. As part of the acclaimed Jose9 Andre9s Group, Bazaar Meat stands out as a dynamic modern steakhouse that fuses inventive cooking techniques with theatrical presentation and world-class hospitality. The Jose9 Andre9s Group is a globally respected hospitality company known for its commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences and a culture rooted in valued principles, led by the visionary Chef Jose9 Andre9s. This group specializes in offering unparalleled culinary creativity across multiple concepts worldwide and has earned a reputation for excellence in the hospitality industry.

The Pastry Sous Chef role at Bazaar Meat is a salaried and exempt position offering a competitive salary bracket of $75,000 to $80,000 annually, complemented by bonus opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package. As the right hand to the Executive Pastry Chef, Pastry Chef, or Chef de Cuisine, this position plays a crucial leadership role within the pastry department of the back of house operations. The successful candidate will be the daily operator in the pastry kitchen responsible for overseeing all facets of pastry production, including the orchestration of production schedules, management of pastry cooks, and strict adherence to recipes and presentation standards that align with the restaurant's upscale and fine dining reputation.

This role demands not only culinary expertise in advanced pastry techniques but also managerial skills to maintain inventory accuracy, ensure food safety compliance, and implement efficient service plating. The Pastry Sous Chef will drive consistency, quality, and speed in delivering innovative and beautifully plated desserts and pastry items that reflect Bazaar Meat's high standards. The position also involves collaborating closely with the Executive Pastry Chef on menu development, seasonal features, and research and development initiatives, ensuring that the pastry team is always prepared and trained ahead of menu rollouts.

Key responsibilities include directing daily production plans to meet the demands of covers, banquets, and retail displays; maintaining exacting recipe controls and quality assurance through tastings and real-time coaching; and coordinating service plating to uphold the restaurant's brand standards related to temperature, texture, garnish, and cleanliness. Furthermore, the Pastry Sous Chef will play a pivotal role in food safety enforcement, ensuring compliance with DOH and HACCP standards such as allergen control and sanitation protocols, as well as preparing the team to meet health inspection requirements.

In addition to culinary direction, this role encompasses operational management such as inventory tracking, cost of goods sold (COGS) oversight, vendor relations, and procurement processes to maintain cost efficiency and product quality. The collaborative nature of this position extends to fostering a respectful, inclusive, and professional team environment focused on continuous learning and development through recruitment, comprehensive training, and performance feedback for pastry kitchen staff.

The Pastry Sous Chef will be responsible for equipment maintenance and ensuring the proper care of specialized kitchen tools and machinery, ensuring that all assets function safely and efficiently to support pastry production. They will also contribute to the successful execution of catering events, banquets, and large-scale programs by adhering to specifications and timelines. The position requires flexibility in scheduling to accommodate early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays, alongside physical stamina to perform repetitive tasks, lift heavy ingredients, and work in a fast-paced kitchen atmosphere.

Joining Bazaar Meat and the Jose9 Andre9s Group means becoming part of an award-winning hospitality team that prioritizes professional growth and values-driven culture. Employees benefit from competitive compensation packages, performance bonuses, extensive health and wellness benefits, retirement savings plans, employee dining options, and exclusive partner discounts. This is a unique opportunity for passionate pastry professionals to elevate their careers within a world-renowned culinary brand committed to excellence and innovation.