Job Description
Job Description
About Us
Top Notch Staffing is California’s premier event staffing agency, specializing in food service, hospitality, and promotional industries. Since 2015, we’ve been connecting top-tier talent with high-profile clients, including catering companies, corporate brands, event planners, marketing agencies, and private hosts. From elegant galas and luxury weddings to corporate activations and VIP events, our team delivers unmatched professionalism and excellence.
Position Overview
We are seeking experienced Pastry Chefs to join our elite culinary team for a variety of event opportunities. The ideal candidate will have a passion for creating visually stunning and delicious desserts, an eye for detail, and the ability to work efficiently in fast-paced environments.
This role is perfect for pastry professionals who enjoy flexible scheduling and the excitement of working across diverse events and venues.
Responsibilities
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Prepare, bake, and decorate high-quality pastries, cakes, and desserts for catered events.
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Ensure consistent quality, presentation, and flavor according to client expectations.
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Collaborate with event chefs, coordinators, and kitchen staff to meet event timelines.
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Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant work area in accordance with health and safety regulations.
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Adapt menus and recipes based on event size, style, and dietary restrictions.
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Transport and set up pastry displays when required.
Requirements
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Minimum 1 year of professional pastry chef experience (event, catering, or bakery experience preferred).
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Strong knowledge of pastry techniques, recipes, and presentation standards.
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Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks during events.
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Reliable transportation to and from event locations.
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Current Food Handler’s Card (preferred; higher pay rate for certifications such as ServSafe).
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Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
Events You May Work On
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Luxury weddings & private celebrations
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Corporate & networking events
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Charity galas & fundraisers
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Festivals & high-profile entertainment events
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Brand activations & pop-up culinary experiences
Why Join Top Notch Staffing?
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Flexible Scheduling – Choose events that fit your availability.
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Diverse Opportunities – Work in a variety of event settings and gain new experiences.
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Competitive Pay – Higher rates for experience and certifications.
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Elite Clients – Serve at some of California’s most exclusive events.
Company DescriptionTop Notch Staffing is California's premier staffing agency for food service and all hospitality industries, providing our clients with connections to amazing food and professional people for temporary, part-time and full-time assignments.
Top Notch Staffing is your concierge to the best staff in California. The company began in early 2015 and has since been hired over 200 times by high profile catering companies as well as other private clients.
Company Description
Top Notch Staffing is California's premier staffing agency for food service and all hospitality industries, providing our clients with connections to amazing food and professional people for temporary, part-time and full-time assignments.\r\n\r\nTop Notch Staffing is your concierge to the best staff in California. The company began in early 2015 and has since been hired over 200 times by high profile catering companies as well as other private clients.