Senior Pastry Sous Chef - Wingate University

Our Passion is Food!

At Bon Appetit Management Company we are committed to two things, great food and outstanding service! At Bon Appetit you won't find our managers referring to a corporate recipe book or our chefs microwaving the lunch special. We do not have standardized recipes or central commissaries, instead, our chefs and managers are expected to stay abreast of current culinary trends and bring cutting edge food into their cafes. We are a restaurant company that operates in contract food service. That means you will have the freedom to be creative, take risks, and truly shine. We are committed to our staff growing, trying new things, and learning all that they can. Our rapid growth and breadth of accounts translates into exciting opportunities for our people!

Job Summary

As the Senior Pastry Sous Chef at Wingate University, you will play a key leadership role in overseeing all aspects of the pastry program. This includes supervising the preparation and presentation of high-quality baked goods and desserts across campus dining and catered events. You will collaborate with the Executive Chef to develop innovative pastry menus, manage cost controls, ensure consistent quality, and lead a team of pastry staff in a fast-paced, collegiate foodservice environment.

 

Key Responsibilities:

 

• Lead the daily production of baked goods, desserts, and pastries for multiple service areas

• Assist the Executive Chef with menu development focused on seasonal and student-driven offerings

• Supervise and train pastry team members, ensuring consistency and excellence in execution

• Support cost control efforts by managing pastry inventory, minimizing waste, and maintaining accurate ordering

• Execute catering dessert displays and specialty items for events and VIP functions

• Uphold high standards in food safety, sanitation, and allergen protocols

• Collaborate with culinary leadership on the rollout of new pastry programs and seasonal promotions

 

Preferred Qualifications:

 

• Degree or certificate in Baking & Pastry Arts or related culinary discipline

• 3+ years of progressive pastry or bakery leadership experience; university or institutional experience preferred

• Proven ability to manage production in a high-volume environment

• Strong knowledge of plated desserts, bread baking, cakes, and decorative pastry techniques

• Experience leading a team and mentoring staff in a professional kitchen

• ServSafe certification highly desirable

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic kitchen systems (inventory, ordering, scheduling)

 

 

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Associates at Bon Appetit are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Personal Leave

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here for paid time off benefits information. 

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