Trainee Commis Pastry Chef Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Chef Thomas Keller's Bouchon Bakery   is seeking enthusiastic and talented individuals to join our culinary brigade as a PM   Bread Baker . In this role, in conjunction with the Chefs, you will oversee assigned areas of production and service, and uphold our standards of food quality, cleanliness, and teamwork. 

Located in Yountville, California, alongside Kellers Bouchon Bistro and just down the road from The French Laundry, Bouchon Bakery offers a delightful fusion of French boulangerie traditions and American influences, showcasing a variety of artisanal bread, pastries, and sandwiches made fresh daily. Initially established to supply fresh bread to its affiliated restaurants, Bouchon Bakery has since evolved into a beloved central community, attracting both locals and visitors with its inviting atmosphere and delicious offerings.

Responsibilities:

• Supervise Team: Oversee Commis during preparation and service, updating the Head Baker and Assistant Head Baker on progress.
• Work Prioritization: Coordinate daily schedules with fellow Bakers/Chef de Parties and delegate tasks to commis and externs for efficient workflow.
• Maintain Cleanliness: Ensure a clean, sanitary, and safe work environment, keeping all areas organized.
• Inventory Management: Ensure all necessary items are available at the start of the shift, communicating needs and discrepancies promptly.
• Quality Assurance: Consistently prepare and serve food according to the restaurant's recipes, portioning, cooking, and serving standards.

• Experience : 3 years of kitchen experience.
• Certifications:   Candidates must possess a valid State Health Certificate, preferably HACCP Training.
• Attention to Detail : Strong organizational skills and impeccable cleanliness standards.
• Interpersonal Skills : Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well in a team.
• Adaptability : Ability to thrive in a dynamic, high-demand environment. Flexibility to handle changing demands and priorities with grace.
• Desire for Excellence : A deep enthusiasm for food, beverage, and hospitality, with a particular focus on pastry. Desire to work with top-tier equipment, ingredients, and talented professionals.

Chef Keller’s collection of restaurants is founded on a culture of mentorship and provides a solid foundation of skills to support the culinary profession. We are proud to offer:

• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• 401K with no waiting periods and the opportunity to receive up to 4.0% of your earnings as matching contributions
• Competitive health insurance options, with employer contributions toward your premium based on the plan you choose
• Voluntary plans such as vision, life and AD&D insurance, accident, hospitalization, critical illness plans, pet insurance and long-term disability insurance.
• Daily family meal
• Scholarship programs
• Peer mentorship program
• Employee discounts at Chef Thomas Keller’s casual properties
• Gym membership discount

Who we are:

With more than 10 properties and 800 employees, the Thomas Keller Restaurant Group (TKRG) has grown from one restaurant to a large family of businesses.

TKRG proudly represents The French Laundry, Per Se, The Surf Club Restaurant, Bouchon Bistro, Bouchon Bakery, Ad Hoc and RO Restaurant & Lounge. The properties and people Chef Keller inspires are known for setting new standards in cuisine, service and employment experiences. Our goal is to collaborate with talented restaurant professionals and offer opportunities to learn and grow within the hospitality profession. As we have expanded over time, the expectations that set apart our restaurants have not changed: ensuring that every guest feels special, and every guest experience is exceptional. A guest can walk into The French Laundry or one of the Bouchon Bakeries and have the most enjoyable, unique and memorable experience. A chef will find the same blue aprons and green tape in each of our kitchens—symbols of a common striving for excellence. Outside the kitchens, every action we take must reflect the generosity, nurturing and finesse within. As members of the TKRG family, we have the responsibility to ensure this consistency. Beyond it all is a mission, perhaps summed up best by Chef Keller himself. “To make people happy, one guest at a time,” he says. “That is what cooking is all about.”

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.
*Company contribution depends on your plan selection. Benefit offerings are subject to change over time.