Required Years of Experience
1 year
Job Details
About the Position:
Xiquet by Danny Lledó, Washington D.C.’s Michelin-starred destination for fine Valencian cuisine, is seeking a dedicated and talented Pastry Chef to join our world-class culinary team. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside a globally recognized culinary team and perfect your craft in an award-winning fine dining environment.
Our ideal candidate is passionate about pastry arts, has relative experience, and is ready to thrive in a high-paced, detail-oriented kitchen. This full-time position requires a commitment to excellence, creativity, and teamwork.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with the Chef de cuisine to execute and refine dessert menus and bread programs.
- Prepare and present intricate, high-quality desserts and pastries that align with the restaurant’s Michelin-starred standards.
- Uphold consistency, accuracy, and efficiency in every aspect of pastry production.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of pastry and prep areas, adhering to all health and safety standards.
- Contribute creative ideas to the development of new pastry offerings.
- Work collaboratively with the kitchen team to ensure seamless execution of service.
Requirements:
- Previous experience in pastry or dessert preparation, ideally in a fine dining or Michelin-starred setting.
- A strong work ethic and commitment to mastering the art of pastry.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to work from the afternoon and continuing through the evening.
- A passion for creating memorable dining experiences through dessert and pastry.
What We Offer:
- Competitive Compensation: Based on experience and performance.
- Health Benefits: Comprehensive, fully paid health insurance for full-time employees.
- Work-Life Balance: Enjoy Sundays and Mondays off, as the restaurant is closed.
- Professional Growth: The chance to work under the guidance of a world-class pastry chef and alongside a Michelin-starred team.
- Perks: Staff meals provided during shifts, paid time off, and a focus on career development.
Accolades:
- Michelin Guide One Star: 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024
- AAA Five Diamond Award: 2022, 2023, 2024
- Wine Spectator Award of Excellence: 2023, 2024
- 2023 RAMMY Award: Formal Fine Dining Restaurant of the Year
- Top Ten on Washingtonian’s 100 Best Restaurants: 2023
Join our award-winning team and elevate your pastry career to new heights. Apply now to work with a world-class pastry chef and leave your mark on an Awarded winning and Michelin-starred legacy!
Compensation Details
Compensation: Salary ($60,000.00 - $75,000.00)
Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Paid Time Off
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Xiquet (chee-KETT) by Chef Danny Lledó features a sought-after tasting menu showcasing the finest products from around the world served with warm, Mediterranean hospitality. Known as one of the best fine dining restaurants in Washington DC for its modern Spanish cuisine, Xiquet has held a MICHELIN Star since 2021 and earned MICHELIN’s Sommelier of the Year Award in 2022. In the same year, AAA honored Xiquet with the travel authority’s highest rating, making it the only Five Diamond restaurant currently in the city.
As a member of the team at Xiquet, you will have the opportunity to work with award-winning chefs and operators who are dedicated to the art of hospitality. You will learn what it takes to earn and maintain the status of a MICHELIN Star restaurant, and see the impact of that level of care and expertise on guests’ faces every day. While learning from industry experts, you’ll enjoy creating unforgettable experiences for those celebrating the most important milestones in life. If you are passionate about hospitality, have a desire to learn from the best, and know that you can make a meaningful contribution to a small and dedicated team, we would be honored to have you join us.
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