Fresh Baguette is a fast-growing, artisanal bakery known for its high-quality standards and modern atmosphere. The company was founded in Bethesda, MD in 2013, to bring fresh, made-from-scratch organic breads, pastries, sweets, and croissant items inspired by bakeries in France to the DMV area. We have expanded to seven retail locations, two production bakeries, and a thriving wholesale business. We serve coffee shops, restaurants, hotels, and grocery stores with fresh products every day, 365 days a year.
Our mission is to offer our customers unique moments of indulgence that are delicious to every sense. We are passionate about quality and take great pride in everything we do. This value is evident in everything we do, from the smell of scratch-made artisanal croissants and organic bread baking fresh throughout the day to the beauty of hand-crafted pastries, delicious coffee, and savory creations delivered in a warm and inviting atmosphere.
Fresh Baguette is looking for a talented and passionate Pastry Sous Chef for its Rockville production center, 804 Hungerford Drive Rockville, MD 20850.
Fresh Baguette is seeking an experienced and passionate Pastry Sous Chef who thrives in a high-volume commercial production kitchen. As part of a team that celebrates French pastry artistry, you will supervise and coordinate the daily operations of the production to ensure excellence in the preparation and presentation of a wide variety of pastries and desserts, all while maintaining the highest culinary and safety standards. You would be responsible for preparing, producing and baking all pastries and desserts for the bakery to deliver outstanding guest experiences and financial profitability. Products are made using French pastry techniques varying from éclairs, tarts, macarons, canelés, mousses, ganache, meringues, and more. If you are energetic, driven, and passionate about the art of pastry, with a strong work ethic and the ability to maintain a high level of focus and productivity in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, we want to hear from you!
As a Pastry Sous Chef you will:
Benefits:
In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a robust benefits package, including health and dental insurance after 90 days, a 401K plan with an employer match, monthly wellness reimbursements, and an employee discount program. You'll also enjoy a consistent work schedule with no late-night shifts, making it a great opportunity for those seeking a better work-life balance in the culinary field. Fresh Baguette is committed to nurturing talent from within, with growth opportunities available for those who demonstrate leadership and passion for the pastry arts.
As a Pastry Sous Chef, you’ll have the chance to collaborate with top chefs and develop your skills in a professional, high-volume kitchen setting. We believe in promoting from within and offer exciting career development opportunities as the company grows.
Hours:
Work Environment:
The Pastry Sous Chef will work in a high-volume, fast-paced commercial production bakery environment. You’ll be exposed to both hot and cold temperatures and will need to be hands on and work closely with team members to meet the daily pastry production demands. The role will involve standing for long periods, repetitive tasks, and maintaining focus while adhering to strict food safety and sanitation regulations. This position requires strong teamwork, flexibility, and the ability to thrive under pressure.
Qualifications:
Required:
Preferred
If you're a passionate, experienced pastry professional with leadership experience and a love for French pastry, we want to hear from you! Apply today to join our team at Fresh Baguette and take the next step in your culinary career.
Learn more at https://www.freshbaguette.net/
Fresh Baguette brings the timeless craft of French baking to life, infused with innovation and creativity. Each day, our bakers prepare artisanal organic breads, scratch-made croissants, and hand-crafted pastries using only the finest ingredients. From the aroma of bread baking fresh all day to pastries as stunning as they are delicious, we create moments of pure indulgence.
Born in America, with a growing number of bakery cafés in the Washington, D.C. area, Fresh Baguette proudly serves our communities with organic breads, viennoiseries, fresh sandwiches, fine pastries, and more. We also cater events of every size and partner wholesale with leading restaurants, select hotels, and retailers who share our passion for quality.
Whether you’re stopping in for a morning croissant, sharing a spread of our signature Cro'gels with colleagues, or offering our breads and pastries to your own customers, our commitment to excellence never changes.
Fresh Baguette is more than a bakery, it’s a team. And when you join us, you join people united by passion, creativity, and dedication to craft and service. We live our values every day: Integrity – Respect – Team Spirit – Reliability – Commitment – Customer Focus.
From our people to our products, we believe in creating experiences that delight every sense and in sharing them with our community, partners, and team.
