Pastry Sous Chef

We are seeking a talented Pastry Sous Chef to join the culinary team at Marcel, the new cultural destination from Roman and Williams in partnership with Sotheby’s, located in the iconic Breuer building on Madison Avenue. Marcel is more than a restaurant; it is a multi-faceted experience: an elevated fine dining restaurant, a jewel-box bar, a reservations-only speakeasy, a reimagined sculpture garden, and the La Mercerie Patisserie. Together, these outlets create a destination where hospitality, design, art, and cuisine meet in harmony.

In collaboration with Chef Partner Marie-Aude Rose, the Executive Chef, and Executive Pastry Chef, the Pastry Sous Chef will play a critical role in the daily execution of Marcel’s kitchen operations. This is a hands-on, whisk-in-hand position, ideal for a culinary professional who thrives in a luxury, high-volume environment while maintaining the precision, artistry, and attention to detail that define fine dining.

What you’ll do:

• Support leadership in overseeing daily operations across all outlets: restaurant, bar, speakeasy, garden, and patisserie
• Prepare and execute menu items with consistency, artistry, and attention to detail
• Train, mentor, and support cooks and kitchen staff to maintain standards of excellence
• Assist with menu development, seasonal changes, and catering or cultural events
• Manage prep, inventory, and ordering to align with operational and financial goals
• Lead by example on the line during service, ensuring quality, timing, and presentation
• Uphold the highest standards of sanitation, safety, and ServSafe compliance

What we’re looking for:

• 3+ years of professional pastry experience, with at least 1 year in a leadership role
• Background in fine dining or luxury hospitality strongly preferred
• Strong technical skills with French cuisine and global techniques
• Ability to work in a high-volume, multi-outlet operation without sacrificing quality
• Collaborative, team-first mindset with the ability to mentor and motivate staff
• Culinary degree or equivalent professional experience preferred
• ServSafe and/or HACCP certification a plus
• Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays in alignment with luxury hospitality operations

Apply to Restaurant Associates today!

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Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.

Associates at Restaurant Associates 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

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Restaurant Associates maintains a drug-free workplace.

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 or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

Req ID: 1502915

Restaurant Associates

Michael Abbey

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