Pastry Chef Jobs in Brooklyn, NY

A Pastry Chef, also known as a Pâtissier, is a culinary professional who specializes in the creation of pastries, desserts, breads and other baked goods. They work in a variety of settings such as restaurants, bakeries, hotels, and any establishment where dessert is served. A fundamental job function includes creating and testing new recipes, decorating pastries, and ensuring the quality of final products. They also order supplies, manage other employees, and maintain cleanliness and organization within the kitchen. A successful Pastry Chef combines creativity, precision, and a passion for the craft to produce visually appealing and decadent treats.

Before becoming a Pastry Chef, one may start their career as an Apprentice Pastry Chef, Baker, or Line Cook to gain hands-on experience in the kitchen. To excel in this field, a person should possess an eye for detail, strong hand-eye coordination, a sense of aesthetics, and good organization skills. Knowledge of various baking techniques and ingredients is a must. Certification from a culinary school or a degree in Pastry Arts is often required, and food safety certification is essential. Additionally, some Pastry Chefs choose to earn a Certified Pastry Culinarian (CPC) certification through the American Culinary Federation (ACF).

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Pastry Cook

  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 7 hours ago
  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 7 hours ago

Knowledge of ice cream production, bread baking, and inventory managment are a plus....

Pastry Cook - TAO Uptown Restaurant New York

  • New York, NY (3 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 8 hours ago
  • New York, NY (3 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 8 hours ago

Tao Group Hospitality offers competitive benefits for all full-time team members such as: Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage 401(k) Retirement Program with Employer Match Life and Disability...

Pastry Cook

  • New York, NY (3 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (3 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Required Years of Experience 2 years Job Details Job Details Pastry Chef Atera Atera is seeking a talented and passionate Pastry Cook to join our team....

Assistant Pastry Chef

  • Queens Village, NY (12 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Queens Village, NY (12 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 1 day ago

We have an incredible opportunity for a dynamic Assistant Pastry Chef to join our growing New York Team!...

HAL - Pastry Chef

  • New York, NY (3 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (3 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 1 day ago

HAL - Pastry Chef Department: Galley Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract Location: Global Reporting To: Executive Chef Description Directs and oversees team members and overall food presentation, production...

Pastry Cook

  • New York, NY (3 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (3 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Chef for all time off requests and scheduling Adhere to all guidelines in the employee handbook Perform other task or projects as assigned by Management REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS Must...

Pastry Cook Babbo Now Hiring

  • New York, NY (3 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (3 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Culinary Agents is working with the team at Babbo to connect them with talented hospitality professionals. Babbo - Now Hiring: Pastry Cook Click here to learn more & apply today! STARR Restaurants...

DOMINIQUE ANSEL BAKERY now hiring a PASTRY COOK

  • New York, NY (3 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (3 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 3 days ago

2017 Worlds Best Pastry Chef is looking for talent for his flagship bakery! You will be working with a top-tier team in a professional and creative environment....

Pastry Cook

  • New York, NY (3 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (3 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 3 days ago

to Seasonal Ingredients Pastry Menu Development Customer Service Orientation Plating and Presentation Problem Solving Skills Pastry Making Ability to Work Under Pressure Petits Fours Making Passion...

Pastry Cook

  • Garden City, NY (18 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Garden City, NY (18 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 3 days ago

Required Years of Experience 2 years Job Details Small Batch, a Tom Colicchio Restaurant in Garden City, is looking for a Pastry Cook to join their team! PROOF OF VACCINATION REQUIRED FOR...

Pastry Cook

  • New York, NY (3 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (3 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 3 days ago

Making Dessert Making Cake Baking Dessert Knowledge Pastry Knowledge Pastry Preparation Gallery Downstairs space R&D Room Main floor countertop Main floor...

Pastry Chef

  • Elmont, NY (14 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Elmont, NY (14 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 3 days ago

We are looking for a passionate, and experienced Pastry Chef to join our kitchen team. As the Pastry Chef you will gain a solid understanding of our style of service and our company's culture....

Pastry Chef

  • New York, NY (3 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY (3 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 4 days ago

Required Years of Experience 6+ years Job Details We are seeking experienced Pastry Chefs who are passionate about Italian pastries, bread and desserts in a unique neighborhood setting....

Pastry Cook

  • New York, NY (3 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • New York, NY (3 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 5 days ago

Compensation Details Compensation: Hourly ($21.00 - $22.00) Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off Required Skills Pastry Making Pastry Knowledge Pastry...

Pastry Cook - Crane Club Restaurant New York

  • New York, NY (3 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • New York, NY (3 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 7 days ago

Tao Group Hospitality offers competitive benefits for all full-time team members such as: Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage 401(k) Retirement Program with Employer Match Life and Disability...

Demographic Data for Brooklyn, NY

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Salary for Pastry Chef Jobs in Brooklyn, NY

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireChefs research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Pastry Chef positions.



Highest Education Level

Pastry Chefs in Brooklyn, NY offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
34.4%
Bachelor's Degree
26.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
15.9%
High School or GED
15.7%
Master's Degree
4.0%
Some College
2.3%
Some High School
0.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Pastry Chefs in Brooklyn, NY
Less than 1 year
62.9%
2-4 years
16.5%
None
15.6%
1-2 years
5.1%



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