Executive Chocolatier/Pastry Chef - The Chocolate Room Brooklyn

Become a part of The Chocolate Room family as our Executive Chocolatier/Pastry Chef. For the past 19 years we have been spreading JOY with our delicious chocolates, award-winning desserts, and ice cream. We're a group of passionate individuals who inspire and uplift one another to create a memorable chocolate experience for our dine in, online, wholesale, and catering venues.

As the Executive Chocolatier/Pastry Chef, you will lead a talented team, collaborate and develop new and seasonal products, oversee all aspects of production, from planning to execution, and help further our brand.

• Lead, manage, and actively participate in all aspects of production
• Maintain the highest quality standards for current products while developing and implementing new recipes
• Drive operational efficiency and profitability through strategic planning and implementation
• Execute cost-saving strategies to optimize food costs and minimize waste
• Responsible for efficient purchasing and inventory management
• Monitor team performance, provide coaching and feedback for professional development, scheduling, and conducting biannual performance and improvement plans
• Recruit, hire, and further develop production team
• Ensuring adherence to all safety, sanitation, and health standards

This is not a comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities and may be modified as our business evolves.

Ideal candidate must have the following qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of chocolate/pastry experience
• Minimum of two years Management Experience as an Executive Pastry or Pastry Sous Chef
• Strong knowledge of chocolate and pastry methods and techniques
• Possess a good written and verbal command of the English Language
• A pleasant and outgoing personality with an entrepreneurial spirit
• Strong knowledge of kitchen equipment
• Proficiency in standard computer software (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite & POS Inventory Functionality )
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Thrives in fast-paced environments
• Ability to work flexible schedule to accommodate business demands
• NYC Food Protection Certificate

The Chocolate Room is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion and diversity. We offer equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.