Pastry Chef

1789 Restaurant

Base Salary: $80,000 - $90,000 / year based on experience + Quarterly Bonus Potential

Clyde's Restaurant Group Is Looking For An Experienced, Hands-on Pastry Chef To Lead The Pastry Program Across Three Concepts In One Historic Georgetown Building

1789 Restaurant: a refined fine dining destination
Fitzgerald’s: a sophisticated cocktail bar
The Tombs: a beloved neighborhood bar and restaurant

You’ll partner with the Executive Chef to build and run a scratch pastry program at scale. You’ll take the menu from concept to plate, including plated desserts, an artisan bread program, chocolate work, and seasonal specials. You’ll also hire, train, and develop a dedicated pastry team.

This role suits a working pastry leader who thrives in a fine dining kitchen and holds every plate to a standard. If you’re an Executive or Head Pastry Chef ready to lead a full program at one of DC’s most storied restaurants, we want to hear from you.

WHY JOIN THE CLYDE'S TEAM AS PASTRY CHEF

Reputable Company: Strong stability and performance.
Positive Culture: Courtesy, dignity, and respect.
Retirement Plans: 100% company-funded pension (vesting after 1 year) and immediate 401k participation.
Bonuses: Quarterly eligibility.
Flexible Schedule: 5-day work week.
Career Growth: Rapid advancement opportunities.
Comprehensive Health Plan: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, telemedicine, wellness coach, and reduced rates on wellness services.
Insurance: Hospital indemnity, critical illness, accident coverage.
Generous Paid Time Off: Includes sick pay, medical/family leave (up to 8 weeks), special leaves (jury duty, voting, school activities for DC).
Therapy Resources: Access to free behavioral and digital cognitive behavioral therapy.
Dining Discounts: Half-price off-duty dining and complimentary shift meals.
Convenient Parking: Available parking benefits.
Employee Assistance: Legal, emotional, financial, and work/life balance support.
Financial Assistance: Assistance fund for employees in need.
Training & Education: Best-in-class training program and tuition reimbursement.
Flu Shots & Discounts: Annual flu shots and access to thousands of exclusive brand discounts.
Charity Matching: Up to $4,000 yearly.

What We Look For In a Pastry Chef

Proven pastry leadership experience in a fine dining environment.
Proven ability to develop and execute a full scratch pastry program: plated desserts, artisan breads, chocolate work, and seasonal menu development.
Deep command of classical and contemporary pastry techniques in a scratch kitchen environment.
Experience hiring, scheduling, and developing a pastry team in a fine dining restaurant.
Solid grasp of food costs, inventory, and portioning at scale.
A collaborative leader who holds the line on quality while keeping culture strong.
Genuine passion for American cuisine and curiosity about where it's headed.
Ability to thrive in a high-volume, upscale environment without sacrificing craft or consistency.

What You Will Do As a Pastry Chef

Lead the creation and ongoing evolution of 1789 Restaurant’s scratch pastry program — plated desserts, bread program, chocolate work, and seasonal specials.
Drive menu development in collaboration with culinary leadership, bringing creativity and consistency in equal measure.
Direct and develop your pastry team — hiring, scheduling, training, and day-to-day coaching in a fine dining kitchen.
Set and enforce quality standards for taste, temperature, portioning, and presentation across all from-scratch production.
Manage pastry inventory, portion specs, and cost controls at scale.
Monitor daily kitchen labor reports and drive accountability on cost targets.
Maintain rigorous safety, sanitation, and equipment standards.
Collaborate with FOH and events team

Since 1963, Clyde's Restaurant Group has been a leader in the DMV restaurant scene, known for exceptional guest service and fostering a positive culture for employees. Our 14 properties include Clyde's, Old Ebbitt Grill, The Hamilton, 1789 Restaurant, Fitzgerald's, The Tombs, Rye Street Tavern, Cordelia Fishbar, Hamilton Live, and Ebbitt House (opening October 2026).

Apply now and take the first step towards a rewarding career! Even if you don't meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. We are committed to building an inclusive team and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

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