Pastry Chef de Partie

Join Chef Thomas Keller's Yountville Restaurant, Ad Hoc, as a Pastry Chef de Partie. In this role, you will work under the guidance of the Chef de Cuisine and Sous Chef on duty, overseeing assigned areas of pastry production and service. You will play a key part in upholding our exceptional standards of food preparation, quality, cleanliness, and teamwork.

Opened in 2006 and originally intended as a temporary concept, Ad Hoc presents the American comfort food of Chef Keller's childhood in a casual dining setting. The restaurant's daily-changing four-course menu is served family-style, capturing the conviviality of home.

Responsibilities:

• Pastry Production: Assist in the daily production and presentation of a variety of pastries, desserts, and baked goods, as well as in implementing daily menus for the restaurant.

• Collaboration: Work closely with the Lead Pastry Chef de Partie to fulfill requests and maintain the seamless operation of the pastry department. Adapt to various demands with flexibility and precision.

• Quality and Consistency: Uphold the highest standards of cleanliness, organization, and technical execution in all pastry creations. Ensure consistent quality in all products.

• Team Support: Support and work collaboratively with the pastry team, fostering a positive and productive work environment.

• Efficiency and Adaptability: Handle a variety of tasks, from preparing desserts for service to crafting last-minute delights for special events. Respond to the dynamic needs of the kitchen with composure and efficiency.

Qualifications:

• Experience: 1-3 years of experience in a culinary environment.

• Certifications: A valid State Health Certificate and HACCP Training are preferred.

• Attention to Detail: Strong organizational skills and impeccable cleanliness standards.

• Interpersonal Skills: Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well in a team.

• Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a dynamic, high-demand environment. Flexibility to handle changing demands and priorities with grace.

• Desire for Excellence: A deep enthusiasm for food, beverage, and hospitality, with a particular focus on pastry. Desire to work with top-tier equipment, ingredients, and talented professionals.

Chef Keller’s collection of restaurants is founded on a culture of mentorship and provides a solid foundation of skills to support our profession. We are proud to offer:

• 401K plan with matching contributions up to 4% of income and no waiting periods.
• Company-sponsored medical and dental plans*
• Voluntary plans such as vision, life and AD&D insurance, accident, hospitalization, critical illness plans, pet insurance and long-term disability insurance.
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• Daily family meal
• Scholarship programs
• Peer mentorship program
• Employee discounts at Chef Thomas Keller’s casual properties
• Gym membership discount

Who we are:

Chef Thomas Keller raises the bar for the American culinary scene. His restaurants are legendary – The French Laundry, Bouchon, and Per Se among them – and he is the only American-born chef to ever hold multiple three-star Michelin rankings. Chef Keller’s culinary skills and high standards make him an inspiration to younger chefs and have earned him countless accolades, including The Culinary Institute of America’s “Chef of the Year” Award and the James Beard Foundation’s “Outstanding Chef” and “Outstanding Restaurateur” Awards. He is also the first male American chef to be designated a Chevalier of the French Legion of Honor. In 2017, Chef Keller led Team USA to its first-ever gold medal in the Bocuse d’Or, a prestigious biennial competition that is regarded as the Olympics of the culinary world. Chef Keller is the author of six best-selling cookbooks and holds an honorary Doctorate in Culinary Arts from The Culinary Institute of America.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

*Company contribution depends on your plan selection. Benefit offerings are subject to change over time.