Pastry Sous Chef - Quick Hire!

The Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) is a premier government agency dedicated to national security and intelligence gathering. It is renowned for its commitment to excellence, innovation, and teamwork in safeguarding the interests of the United States. Beyond its core intelligence mission, the CIA also offers a diverse working environment that supports the professional and personal growth of its employees. With a substantial benefits package including medical coverage at no cost for qualifying employees, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, and a retirement savings plan with significant employer contributions, the CIA stands as an employer of choice for those seeking a rewarding and stable career with impactful work. The agency values dedication, attention to detail, and a high level of service, providing ample opportunities for advancement and skill development. Employment type for this position appears to be full-time, with an anticipated salary range of $70,000 to $80,000 depending on qualifications and experience. The Special Events (SE)/Grove Pastry Sous Chef role at the CIA is a crucial leadership position within the culinary department, responsible for managing the baking and pastry operations related to special events and the Grove Restaurant. This position requires close collaboration between the pastry team, event coordinators, and other culinary staff to ensure flawless execution of events and menus. The SE/Grove Pastry Sous Chef oversees the hiring, training, and scheduling of all baking and pastry staff, guaranteeing quality production and customer satisfaction. Duties include controlling food and labor costs alongside the Senior Director, developing prep lists, supervising product preparation, assisting the Executive Chef with menu creation, and ensuring that all events run efficiently and meet the agency’s high standards. This role demands strong organizational, logistical, and interpersonal skills to handle diverse culinary and operational tasks during events ranging from small functions to gatherings of up to 550 attendees. In addition to managing daily kitchen operations and staff, the Sous Chef must also ensure compliance with sanitation guidelines, inventory management, and continuous staff education. The candidate will have the opportunity to work in a highly dynamic environment that values innovation, attention to detail, and culinary excellence. The position also provides a unique chance to contribute to the CIA’s mission by supporting events and conferences that uphold the agency’s standards and reputation. This role is ideal for an experienced baking and pastry professional aiming to advance their career in a prestigious and supportive setting. Night and weekend availability is required to meet business needs.

• Associate’s degree in Baking & Pastry Arts or equivalent experience
• two years of experience in banquet, catering or fine dining establishment
• past experience managing food and labor costs within a set budget
• HACCP or Serv-Safe certified
• proficiency in directing staff during events of 50 to 550 attendees with diverse organizational and culinary tasks
• mastery in creation and execution of baking and pastry items at the highest level
• strong teamwork and interpersonal skills
• ability to be adaptable, dependable and handle multiple priorities simultaneously
• demonstrated ability to show a high level of service responsiveness to customers
• excellent logistical planning skills
• detail oriented and thorough
• exceptional organizational skills
• must be available to work nights and weekends based upon business needs
• regular work requires a great deal of sitting, standing, lifting, bending and stretching
• must be able to stand for eight hours
• ability to work in extreme temperatures hot and cold for extended periods
• ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds
• must be able to lift up to 40 pounds, or more with assistance