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Job DescriptionJoin Our Kitchen at Sage
At Sage, we believe that good food brings people together—and that thoughtfully made pastries can be just as memorable as the coffee they're paired with. We're building something special in Columbia, MO, and we're looking for a talented Pastry Chef to join our team and help shape the next chapter of our café's story. We'd love for you to come to Columbia and be a part of this exciting growth! (This position is on-site, full-time in Columbia, MO). 
If you find joy in lamination, care deeply about craft, and want to be part of a growing kitchen where details matter and creativity is welcomed, we'd love to meet you.
Role Overview
As a Pastry Chef at Sage, you'll take the lead on baking the pastries our guests look forward to each morning—croissants, scones, seasonal specials, and more. You'll have the space to master your technique, contribute ideas, and bring your love of the craft to life in a setting that values consistency, collaboration, and care.
This is a hands-on, production-focused role for someone who wants to contribute meaningfully to a growing café brand. While leadership opportunities may develop down the road, this role starts with doing the work—and doing it beautifully.
What You'll DoMasterful Execution of Baking Artistry
<ul>
<li>Bring Sage's pastry program to life each day through scratch baking and precise execution</li>
<li>Work with laminated doughs, quick breads, and other baked goods from start to finish: mixing, shaping, proofing, baking, and finishing</li>
<li>Follow and refine recipes while contributing your own creative flair to seasonal specials and new ideas</li>
<li>Keep production on track with prep lists, timing, and focused attention</li>
</ul>
Quality and Presentation Champion
<ul>
<li>Ensure every item that leaves the kitchen is consistent, fresh, and visually appealing</li>
<li>Take pride in the small details—from clean cuts to perfect proofing</li>
<li>Keep your space clean, organized, and ready for service each day </li>
</ul>
Product Care and Kitchen Stewardship
<ul>
<li>Label, date, and store ingredients and finished items according to food safety standards</li>
<li>Help manage inventory and ingredients using FIFO principles</li>
<li>Embrace kitchen cleanliness and equipment care as part of the daily rhythm</li>
</ul>
Collaboration and Team Spirit
<ul>
<li>Communicate clearly with café teammates and leadership to support a smooth service</li>
<li>Step in to help as needed—we're a team, and we lift each other up</li>
<li>Show up ready to work with consistency, reliability, and heart</li>
</ul>
Qualifications
<ul>
<li>Experience: 1–3 years of baking or pastry experience, formal or informal. If you've got lamination skills and passion, we want to see it.</li>
<li>Craft: Solid knowledge of baking techniques and a desire to keep improving.</li>
<li>Detail Orientation: You care deeply about the how, not just the what.</li>
<li>Creativity: You're excited to contribute to new ideas and elevate what's already working.</li>
<li>Team Fit: Punctual, communicative, and energized by being part of something that's growing.</li>
</ul>
Why Sage
We're a small team doing big things—with heart, hustle, and a shared love for what we do. Joining Sage means being part of a place where quality is non-negotiable, creativity is encouraged, and community is everything.
If you want to bake with purpose and be part of building something meaningful from the ground up, we can't wait to hear from you.

Pastry Chef

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionPastry Chef
Where Culinary Art Meets Refined Elegance
The Lodge, an acclaimed fine dining destination known for its impeccable service and elevated cuisine, is seeking a Pastry Chef of exceptional talent to lead and evolve its dessert program. This is a rare opportunity to join a culinary team dedicated to precision, creativity, and excellence at every level.
We are looking for a seasoned pastry professional with a refined palate, an eye for detail, and the ability to execute exquisite desserts that complement and elevate our tasting and à la carte menus.
Role &amp; Responsibilities
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Curate and execute sophisticated plated desserts, house-made breads, petit fours, and seasonal pastry offerings.
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Collaborate closely with the Executive Chef to design elegant, innovative menus aligned with The Lodge’s culinary vision.
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Maintain the highest standards of taste, texture, and visual presentation.
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Oversee day-to-day pastry kitchen operations, including mise en place, ordering, and inventory control.
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Lead, train, and inspire a small team of pastry assistants or commis.
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Ensure strict adherence to all health, hygiene, and safety protocols.
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Contribute to a culture of excellence, consistency, and quiet confidence in the kitchen.
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</ul>
Ideal Candidate
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3–5+ years of experience in a high-end or Michelin-caliber pastry kitchen.
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Formal training in pastry arts (Culinary degree or equivalent experience).
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Mastery of classical and contemporary pastry techniques, chocolate work, and plated desserts.
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Natural sense of balance in flavor, texture, and presentation.
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Ability to remain composed under pressure and maintain poise in a fast-paced environment.
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Strong leadership, time management, and communication skills.
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A personal commitment to artistry, discipline, and continual refinement.
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</ul>
What We Offer
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A supportive and professional environment dedicated to culinary excellence.
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Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
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Opportunity for creative contribution and seasonal menu development.
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Employee dining privileges and access to premium ingredients and tools.
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A platform to express your craft at the highest level.
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</ul>

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Job Description
Pastry Chef

The Pastry Chef is responsible for managing the daily operations of our bakery, hotel and restaurants, including the selection, development, and performance management of our team and to ensure that our guests have a world class customer service experience. 

The Pastry Chef will be responsible for, but not limited to:
 Daily production for items, including but not limited to, bread, croissant, brioche, desserts, cookies, cakes...
 Management of a team of10/20
 Management of all ordering and acceptance of daily deliveries, and ability to keep things within set cost margins with suppliers
 Handles daily scheduling and hours and management of payroll
 Management of interviewing, hiring, training and reviewing of BOH staff
 The Pastry Chef will develop and create dessert menus and recipes with the team, including working on packaging
 Management of organization of kitchen, including organization and cleanliness of dried storage, walk-ins, and dairy fridge
 Daily quality checks of products
 Attend certain outside events and programs
 
Qualification Requirements:
 
 Minimum 7 years experience in Restaurants, Hotels or Clubs with a focus on bread, pastries and desserts, with at least 5 years of Pastry Chef experience.
 A genuine passion and knowledge for food and pastries
 Prior experience with Upscale Pastry, cakes, ice cream, and chocolate
 Experience with service and expediting banquets up to 800
 Sociable and friendly to staff and guests.
 Must be meticulously clean and aware of all food safety standards (Serv Safe Certification is a plus)
In addition to these responsibilities, as the Pastry Chef, the most important thing is to maintain flexibility and jump in wherever you are needed, as various duties may arrive outside this list. We work in a hands-on industry. You are the leader for our culinary team, and a role model.Use this opportunity to show us your leadership, initiative, and personality.
 
If interested, please send your resume to <a href="mailto:jbush@geckohospitality.com" target="_blank">jbush@geckohospitality.com</a>

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Job Description
Anthony Scotto Restaurants is currently looking for a&nbsp;Pastry Chef&nbsp;for one of our Fine Dining restaurants.
At Anthony Scotto Restaurants, our culinary teams are constantly evolving to keep our offerings fresh and exciting. We accomplish this by using the finest, quality ingredients available, regardless of cost, and by updating our menus to reflect the flavors of each season. Our steakhouse cuisine has expanded beyond the classics, to include world-renowned sushi and sashimi, exotic cuts of beef, flavorful composed dishes, and fresh seafood flown in from around the globe.
All our restaurants feature award-winning wine lists with over 450 different vintages of wine by the bottle and 40 wines by the glass, plus creative homemade desserts imagined and prepared by our in-house pastry chefs.
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Here at Anthony Scotto Restaurants, we believe in cultivating our employees to be the best that fine dining has to offer. Our trained Pastry Chefs work side by side with our Executive Chefs to develop a dessert menu that perfectly complements our menu and the concept of the restaurant. We are looking for artistic and innovative innovated individuals to elevate the visual and culinary appeal of our desserts.&nbsp; The goal is to enhance customer satisfaction so that we can maintain and expand our clientele.
The ideal candidates have a minimum of 3 years of culinary experience in a fine dining, high-volume restaurant. 
UNPARALLELED COMPENSATION &amp; BENEFITS
<ul>
<li>Industry-leading salaries</li>
<li>Revenue based quarterly bonuses- Our success is your success!</li>
<li>United Health Care Oxford - medical Insurance with company contribution</li>
<li>Dental and Vision Insurance</li>
<li>401K</li>
<li>Paid Time Off</li>
</ul>
HIGH LEVEL OF RESPONSIBILITY
We are looking for individuals who are looking to be leaders and innovators in the culinary world to drive our business forward. 
Additional responsibilities include but are not limited to:
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Prepare a wide variety of goods such as cakes, cookies, pies, bread, etc. following traditional and modern recipes
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Create new and exciting desserts to renew our menus and engage the interest of customers
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Decorate pastries using different icings, toppings, etc. to ensure the presentation will be beautiful and exciting
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Monitor stocks for baking ingredients such as flour, sugar, etc. and make appropriate orders within budget
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Check the quality of material and condition of equipment and devices used for cooking
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Guide and motivate pastry assistants and bakers to work more efficiently
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Identify staffing needs and help recruit and train personnel
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Maintain a lean and orderly cooking station and adhere to health and safety standards 
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Recruit and train new kitchen employees to meet restaurant and kitchen standards.
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Create schedules for kitchen employees and evaluate their performance.
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Adhere to and implement sanitation regulations and safety regulations.
HAVE YOUR VOICE HEARD:
Anthony Scotto Restaurants has achieved great success and we are just getting started. This is your opportunity to make decisions to help shape a growing company. This position will have regular exposure to ownership and have a significant influence on decisions in the company’s development, from operational practices to company culture to service standards. We take the opinion of our team very seriously.
QUALIFICATIONS:
<ul>
<li>Bachelor’s degree in the culinary arts</li>
<li>Food Protection Certificate</li>
<li>Proven experience in a fine dining establishment</li>
<li>Ability to manage an entire kitchen.</li>
<li>Budgeting skills to control costs</li>
<li>Incredible food preparation abilities</li>
<li>Ability to handle multiple tasks at once.</li>
<li>Deep knowledge of fine dining and industry leading trends</li>
<li>Impeccable time management skills</li>
<li>Creative menu knowledge and development skills</li>
</ul>
Anthony Scotto is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer.
More details about Anthony Scotto Restaurants can be found by visiting <a href="https://www.anthonyscottorestaurants.com/" target="_blank">https://www.anthonyscottorestaurants.com/</a>

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Job Description#ZRJoin Our Kitchen at Sage
At Sage, we believe that good food brings people together—and that thoughtfully made pastries can be just as memorable as the coffee they're paired with. We're building something special in Columbia, MO, and we're looking for a talented Pastry Chef to join our team and help shape the next chapter of our café's story.
If you find joy in lamination, care deeply about craft, and want to be part of a growing kitchen where details matter and creativity is welcomed, we'd love to meet you.
Role Overview
As a Pastry Chef at Sage, you'll take the lead on baking the pastries our guests look forward to each morning—croissants, scones, seasonal specials, and more. You'll have the space to master your technique, contribute ideas, and bring your love of the craft to life in a setting that values consistency, collaboration, and care.
This is a hands-on, production-focused role for someone who wants to contribute meaningfully to a growing café brand. While leadership opportunities may develop down the road, this role starts with doing the work—and doing it beautifully.
What You'll DoMasterful Execution of Baking Artistry
<ul>
<li>Bring Sage's pastry program to life each day through scratch baking and precise execution</li>
<li>Work with laminated doughs, quick breads, and other baked goods from start to finish: mixing, shaping, proofing, baking, and finishing</li>
<li>Follow and refine recipes while contributing your own creative flair to seasonal specials and new ideas</li>
<li>Keep production on track with prep lists, timing, and focused attention</li>
</ul>
Quality and Presentation Champion
<ul>
<li>Ensure every item that leaves the kitchen is consistent, fresh, and visually appealing</li>
<li>Take pride in the small details—from clean cuts to perfect proofing</li>
<li>Keep your space clean, organized, and ready for service each day </li>
</ul>
Product Care and Kitchen Stewardship
<ul>
<li>Label, date, and store ingredients and finished items according to food safety standards</li>
<li>Help manage inventory and ingredients using FIFO principles</li>
<li>Embrace kitchen cleanliness and equipment care as part of the daily rhythm</li>
</ul>
Collaboration and Team Spirit
<ul>
<li>Communicate clearly with café teammates and leadership to support a smooth service</li>
<li>Step in to help as needed—we're a team, and we lift each other up</li>
<li>Show up ready to work with consistency, reliability, and heart</li>
</ul>
Qualifications
<ul>
<li>Experience: 1–3 years of baking or pastry experience, formal or informal. If you've got lamination skills and passion, we want to see it.</li>
<li>Craft: Solid knowledge of baking techniques and a desire to keep improving.</li>
<li>Detail Orientation: You care deeply about the how, not just the what.</li>
<li>Creativity: You're excited to contribute to new ideas and elevate what's already working.</li>
<li>Team Fit: Punctual, communicative, and energized by being part of something that's growing.</li>
</ul>
Why Sage
We're a small team doing big things—with heart, hustle, and a shared love for what we do. Joining Sage means being part of a place where quality is non-negotiable, creativity is encouraged, and community is everything.
If you want to bake with purpose and be part of building something meaningful from the ground up, we can't wait to hear from you.

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Job DescriptionBenefits: 
<ul>
<li>Diverse, Inclusive, Welcoming Safe Space for Everyone</li>
<li>Opportunities to Group</li>
<li>Work-life Balance</li>
<li>Delicious Food</li>
<li>We're Competitive</li>
<li>Competitive salary</li>
</ul>
 We are looking for an experienced Pastry Chef to join our team! You will be preparing and cooking a variety of deserts for restaurant guests to enjoy. This is a unique opportunity to build a kitchen the way you want it, create desserts and menus for multiple different restaurants. Responsibilities: 
<ul>
<li>Inspect and clean food preparation areas, such as equipment and work surfaces or serving areas to ensure safe and sanitary food-handling practices</li>
<li>Ensure freshness of food and ingredients by checking for quality, keeping track of old and new items, and rotating stock</li>
<li>Ensure food is stored and cooked at correct temperature by regulating the temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters</li>
<li>Season and cook food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience</li>
<li>Turn or stir foods to ensure even cooking</li>
<li>Respond to guest feedback with appropriate urgency and professionalism</li>
</ul>
Qualifications: 
<ul>
<li>Previous experience as a restaurant cook preferred</li>
<li>ServeSafe or Food Handlers certification (or must be willing to attain)</li>
<li>Effective communication skills</li>
<li>Ability to lift 30+ lbs</li>
<li>Ability to work standing for 8+ hours</li>
</ul>
Complete our short application today!

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
About the Role:
As a Pastry Chef, you will be responsible for creating a wide variety of pastries, desserts, and baked goods that delight our customers and enhance our culinary offerings. Your expertise will play a crucial role in maintaining the quality and presentation of all pastry items, ensuring they meet our high standards. You will collaborate with the kitchen team to develop new recipes and seasonal menus, showcasing your creativity and passion for pastry arts. Additionally, you will oversee the preparation and baking processes, ensuring that all items are produced efficiently and consistently. Ultimately, your contributions will help elevate our establishment's reputation for exceptional desserts and customer satisfaction.
Minimum Qualifications:
<ul>
<li>Proven experience as a Pastry Chef or in a similar role within a professional kitchen.</li>
</ul>
Preferred Qualifications:
<ul>
<li>Experience in a high-volume restaurant or bakery environment.</li>
<li>Knowledge of current pastry trends and techniques.</li>
<li>Culinary degree or equivalent certification in pastry arts.</li>
</ul>
Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Prepare and bake a variety of pastries, cakes, and desserts according to established recipes and standards.</li>
<li>Develop new pastry recipes and seasonal dessert menus in collaboration with the culinary team.</li>
<li>Ensure the cleanliness and organization of the pastry kitchen, adhering to food safety and sanitation guidelines.</li>
<li>Monitor inventory levels of ingredients and supplies, placing orders as necessary to maintain stock.</li>
<li>Train and mentor junior pastry staff, providing guidance on techniques and best practices.</li>
</ul>
Skills:
The required skills for this position include a strong understanding of baking techniques and pastry preparation, which will be utilized daily to create high-quality desserts. Attention to detail is essential, as you will need to ensure that each pastry is not only delicious but also visually appealing. Time management skills will be crucial in a fast-paced kitchen environment, allowing you to efficiently produce multiple items simultaneously. Creativity will play a significant role in recipe development, enabling you to introduce innovative desserts that excite our customers. Additionally, strong communication skills will be necessary for collaborating with the kitchen team and training junior staff.

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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.
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</ul>
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.
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</ul>
Events You May Work On
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Luxury weddings &amp; private celebrations
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Corporate &amp; networking events
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Charity galas &amp; fundraisers
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Festivals &amp; high-profile entertainment events
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Brand activations &amp; pop-up culinary experiences
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</ul>
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.
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</ul>
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. 
<h3>Company Description</h3>
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.

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