Pastry Sous Chef - Virginia Beach, , United States

Location: 3100 Shore Drive, Virginia Beach, VA · Reports To: Pastry Chef · FLSA: Exempt (Salaried) · Schedule: Saturday - Wednesday 8am-4pm. Must be available to work additional hours (as needed) ·   · About Us ·   · Founded in 1982, Westminster-Canterbury on Chesapeake Bay is a ...

Job description

Location: 3100 Shore Drive, Virginia Beach, VA
Reports To: Pastry Chef
FLSA: Exempt (Salaried)
Schedule: Saturday - Wednesday 8am-4pm. Must be available to work additional hours (as needed)
 
About Us
 
Founded in 1982, Westminster-Canterbury on Chesapeake Bay is a not-for-profit, faith-based Life Plan Community. Located along the southern shore of Chesapeake Bay, our scenic, resort-style campus is home to a vibrant community of residents and staff who share a passion for service, joy, and well-being.
 
Our mission? Enriching lives through the power of purpose, belonging, and wellness.
 
We live our values every day:
 

• Respect for every person
• Passion for what we do
• Professionalism in all we do

Apply today and help us bring wellness, joy, and energy to the heart of our community

Behind every delicious meal and memorable dining experience is our incredible Dining Services Team — a dedicated group of Dining Room, Catering, Culinary and Nutrition Care professionals who bring passion, creativity, and care to every plate they serve. From perfectly prepared dishes to friendly, attentive service, this hardworking team goes above and beyond to make every meal special for our residents, staff and visitors alike. Their teamwork, attention to detail, and genuine love for what they do, creates not just great food, but a true sense of community around the table.

The Pastry Sous Chef is responsible for preparing food and pastries in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, and Westminster-Canterbury on Chesapeake Bay's established policies and procedures. The Assistant Chef may receive guidance and be directed by the Sous Chef, Pastry Chef, Executive Chef and, the Asst. Director or Director of Dining Services, to ensure that quality food service is provided at all times. Expected to maintain a positive and professional working relationship with all residents and team members. Always model our core values of respect, passion, and professionalism, and hold others accountable for doing the same.
 
What You'll Do In This Role

• Prepare specialty yeast products, prepare from scratch breads and quick breads.
• Prepare a variety of types of cookies and cakes using approved techniques for mixing, panning, baking and basic decorating. 
• Prepare a variety of fillings and toppings for pastries and baked goods and produce a variety of types of pies and tarts.
• Complete meal temperature and evaluation checks, and formally tastes all food items prepared.
• Prepare and serve correct portions.
• Follow safety and sanitation rules and practices and cleans work area and equipment used in food preparation.
• Ensure that all food preparation and assembling is done in accordance with Universal Precautions and established procedures.
• Demonstrate proper selection of equipment and utensils for specific application and proper scaling and measurement techniques.
• Offer creative suggestions to enhance the quality of service provided by the Bakery.
• Train and mentor the Apprentice Pastry Chef following the direction of the Pastry Chef.
• Maintain compliance with the tracking and monitoring systems utilized to maximize productivity and efficient use of supplies and resources.
• Dispose food and waste in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Assist in standardizing work methods and establishing food service production lines to ensure meals are timely prepared
• Complete preparation records appropriately for all dining venues.
• All other duties as assigned.

Core Competencies

• Demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills for clear and professional interactions.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently under stressful conditions with many interruptions
• Ability to work well within a team, providing, clear, instructions and reporting to the Executive Pastry Chef.
• Demonstrated mastery of baking techniques, chocolate work, dough, and plated desserts.
• Able to address outside and inside inquiries
• Able to supervise, train co-workers
• Able to exercise discretion and work independently

Physical Requirements
 

• Must be able to lift, work on your feet throughout shift, and bend, kneel, stoop, and reach
• Able to operate kitchen equipment (including fire extinguisher)
• Must be able to stand six to eight hours per day.
  

The Experience You'll Bring
 

Required:

• 3–5 years of professional pastry experience, with at least 1-2 years in a supervisory role.
• Comprehensive knowledge of food preparation and handling techniques.
• Strong knowledge of safety and sanitation rules and practices.
• Basic knowledge of nutrition.
• Available to work a flexible schedule, including some weekends, holidays and early morning shifts.
• Neat, clean, and professional appearance.
• Flu-Vaccinated

Preferred:

• Graduate of an Accredited Culinary Arts Program with AS Degree.
• ServSafe certified.
• Strong sense of presentation, flavor balance, and texture combinations.
• Skilled in recipe scaling, portion control, and waste management.
• COVID-19 Vaccinated. As of now, the 2025–2026 COVID-19 vaccine formulation is being distributed to providers and pharmacies; however, it has not yet received official approval from the CDC. In Virginia, pharmacists may administer COVID-19 vaccines under the Virginia Board of Pharmacy's statewide protocols or with a direct order from a licensed medical provider. We encourage all new hires to consult with their healthcare provider regarding the most current vaccination recommendations. Please be aware that, depending on future CDC guidance or regulatory updates, we may require proof of the most recent COVID-19 vaccination as part of our ongoing commitment to health and safety.

Compensation & Benefits

• Compensation Range: $45,318- $54,382 (based on relevant experience)
• Full-Time Employee (and eligible Part-Time Employee) Benefits & Perks Include:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance (Available Day One)
  • Life & Disability Insurance (Short- and Long-Term)
  • Retirement Plan with Employer Match
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) & 6 Paid Holidays (+ 2 Floating Holidays)
  • Tuition Assistance + Scholarships for You & Your Family
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Legal/Identity Theft Protection Plans
  • Team Member Discounts
  • Career Growth & Leadership Development Opportunities

At-Will Employment Statement
Employment with our organization is "at-will," meaning that either the employee or the employer may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without notice, and for any reason not prohibited by law.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by applicable laws.