Pastry Chef

NOW HIRING: Pastry Chef
Houston Racquet Club – Premier Tennis Club in the Heart of Memorial
Learn more about us: www.houstonracquetclub.com

Bring your creativity to the table!
The Houston Racquet Club is seeking a talented and experienced Pastry Chef to lead our pastry and bakery operations. If you’re passionate about creating exceptional desserts and working in a collaborative, high-end kitchen, we’d love to meet you.

Position: Pastry Chef

FLSA Status: Exempt

Salary Range: $50,000 – $75,000 (commensurate with experience)

About the Role:

As our Pastry Chef, you’ll oversee all pastry and dessert production for the Club, including a variety of events, buffets, and receptions. This role supervises bakery team members, manages inventory and cost controls, and ensures the highest standards of quality and sanitation.

?Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, train, and manage all pastry staff
   
• Plan and execute creative and seasonal pastry menus
   
• Oversee dessert presentation for buffets and plated events
   
• Ensure sanitation standards are met at all times
   
• Develop and test recipes for consistent excellence
   
• Manage bakery budget, purchasing, and cost controls
   
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef and culinary leadership on event planning
   
• Prepare all types of pastries, baked goods, fillings, desserts, and decorations
   

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED (culinary education or equivalent experience preferred)
   
• Strong leadership, organizational, and time management skills
   
• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs and stand/walk for extended periods
   
• Fluent in English; Spanish is a plus
   
• Must be able to taste, smell, and visually inspect food to maintain quality
   

Why Join the HRC Culinary Team?

• Premier Club environment with high culinary standards
   
• Competitive compensation and benefits
   
• Employee meals and holiday events
   
• Supportive and professional kitchen culture
   
• Opportunities for growth and creativity
   

How to Apply:

Please visit www.houstonracquetclub.com and apply online under Employment Opportunities. 

Additional Information:

Houston Racquet Club is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check and drug screening.