Pastry Sous Chef

Union Square Events, established in 2005 originally as Hudson Yards Catering, has evolved into a prominent culinary and operations leader within the hospitality industry. The company proudly partners with a diverse portfolio of best-in-class clients, producing unique, one-of-a-kind catered events and unparalleled dining experiences. These events take place across a variety of cultural, corporate, entertainment, and private venues throughout New York City and beyond. As a key player in the catering and event production sector, Union Square Events is known for its creativity, precision, and commitment to excellence in food quality and service. Their role within Compass Group USA further enhances their reputation, placing them within a global network that prioritizes innovation, sustainability, and exceptional workforce values.

The position of Pastry Sous Chef at Union Square Events is a crucial leadership role focused on managing a high-volume pastry operation known for its exceptional quality and diverse offerings. With a salary range from $70,000 to $90,000, this role offers an excellent opportunity for culinary professionals specialized in pastry arts to contribute to a dynamic and fast-paced environment. The Pastry Sous Chef works closely with the management team and the Executive Pastry Chef to oversee daily production that includes a wide variety of desserts such as mousses, cookies, quick breads, layered cakes, ice creams, Viennoiserie, plated or buffet-style desserts, and intricate chocolate work.

This hands-on role demands a combination of creativity, technical baking skills, and operational expertise. The Pastry Sous Chef is responsible for menu development and recipe testing, ensuring consistency, quality, and presentation standards of all pastry products. They play a pivotal role in inventory oversight, ordering, and waste control, balancing the need for culinary innovation with cost-conscious management. Additionally, the role requires maintaining strict food safety, labor, and health regulations to secure a safe working environment. Leadership extends beyond the kitchen to fostering a positive and collaborative team culture. The Pastry Sous Chef supports administrative tasks and people management, stepping into the Executive Pastry Chef's role as needed. Flexibility in scheduling and the capacity to thrive under pressure are essential for success in this role.

Union Square Events welcomes candidates with strong leadership, organizational skills, and experience in high-volume pastry production environments. Preferred qualifications include knowledge of food safety protocols, proficiency with kitchen operations software, ServSafe certification, and catering experience, enhancing the ability to manage large-scale events seamlessly. Employees at Union Square Events benefit from comprehensive health and wellness programs, retirement plans, paid time off, parental leave, and numerous other employee benefits, reflecting the company’s commitment to their workforce’s holistic well-being. By joining Union Square Events, Pastry Sous Chefs become part of an innovative culinary team, working on prestigious events and contributing to memorable culinary experiences across one of the world’s most vibrant cities.