Lead Pastry Cook at Gui Steakhouse

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Job Details

GUI by Sungchul Shim and the team behind Michelin-starred Kochi and Mari.

GUI is a Michelin-recognized American steakhouse with a distinctly modern perspective. Rooted in Korean heritage and shaped by the energy of New York, the menu reflects a layered approach to flavor, technique, and hospitality. Ranked among the city’s leading steakhouses, GUI delivers a dining experience that is at once polished, expressive, and globally informed—welcoming both New Yorkers and guests from around the world.

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled and detail-driven Lead Pastry Cook to oversee the pastry program at GUI. This role requires both technical precision and creative sensitivity, balancing structured execution with thoughtful expression.

The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in fine dining pastry, with the ability to execute consistently at a high level while contributing to menu development, seasonal changes, and overall kitchen organization. This is a leadership role within the pastry station, responsible for maintaining standards, guiding team members, and ensuring every dessert reflects the refinement and intention of the overall dining experience.

Key Responsibilities
Pastry Production & Execution

• Lead daily pastry production, ensuring consistency, quality, and precision across all dessert offerings
• Execute desserts for à la carte service with attention to timing, plating, and detail
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient pastry station in accordance with DOH and company standards
• Ensure all mise en place is prepared to support seamless service execution

Menu Development & Creativity

• Collaborate with the Executive Chef and culinary leadership on seasonal dessert development
• Contribute ideas that reflect the restaurant’s identity—balancing refinement, restraint, and creativity
• Incorporate elements such as texture contrast, subtle sweetness, and global influence where appropriate
• Assist in testing, refining, and documenting recipes to ensure consistency and scalability

Leadership & Team Support

• Supervise and support pastry team members, setting standards for technique, organization, and cleanliness
• Train and mentor junior cooks, ensuring proper execution and growth within the team
• Communicate clearly with BOH and FOH teams to ensure alignment during service

Administrative & Operational Responsibilities

• Assist in inventory management, ordering, and vendor communication for pastry-specific ingredients
• Monitor product usage, minimize waste, and maintain cost awareness
• Maintain and update standardized recipes, prep lists, and production schedules
• Support menu transitions, special events, and collaborative dinners with organized prep and execution

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in classic and modern pastry techniques (baking, plated desserts, chocolate work, etc.)
• Ability to execute with precision, consistency, and attention to detail under pressure
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• A thoughtful and collaborative approach to creativity and problem-solving
• Passion for hospitality and contributing to a cohesive dining experience

Preferred Experience

• Experience in Michelin-starred or Michelin-recognized kitchens
• Experience in high-volume, top-tier steakhouses or luxury dining environments
• Familiarity with refined, composed plated desserts rather than traditional pastry formats

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Health insurance options (following eligibility period)
• Paid time off and commuter benefits
• Opportunities for growth within a dynamic and expanding restaurant group

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Job Info:

• Company: Gui Steakhouse
• Position: Lead Pastry Cook
• Work Location: New York
• Country: US

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