Pastry Chef

Welcome to Charlotte’s. This fall, we're opening the doors to something very special, and we're looking for a culinary leader who will help bring the experience to life. Located at 3607 Magazine Street in the historic Cockerton house, Charlotte’s is an all-day eatery inspired by Parisian cafés, shaped by New Orleans culture, and embraced by the everyday rhythm of Uptown life.

With a newly redesigned courtyard, upstairs private dining and event space, a historic bar, and a curated food & beverage program spanning Brunch, Apéro, and Dinner service, Charlotte's brings together every element of a neighborhood gathering place. It's designed so hospitality feels natural, time slows down, and guests leave feeling like they're part of a daily ritual.

From hiring and developing the HOH team, to leading daily service, ensuring food quality, and establishing the culture that defines the kitchen, you'll play a vital role in bringing this vision to life from day one. If you're passionate about hospitality, inspired by a thoughtful culinary program, and energized by the opportunity to build something from the ground up, we'd love to meet you.

The Pastry Chef will lead Charlotte’s daily bakery and pastry production, ensuring consistent quality, efficient execution, and thoughtful presentation. This position will oversee breads, viennoiserie, pastries, and desserts for the café while supporting wholesale production for The Whit and Copper Vine.

Key Responsibilities

The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with strong technical skills, excellent organization, and the ability to train and manage a team in a high-volume production environment. What We’re Looking For Professional appearance and strong communication skills Punctual, self-motivated, and organized Strong sense of urgency and time management Ability to stay calm and professional under pressure Adaptable, patient, and able to teach others effectively Thorough knowledge of recipes, specs, and kitchen responsibilities Ability to lead by example and maintain a positive attitude Scheduling Requirements This is a full-time position that will require very early mornings, weekends, and holidays.

Perks & Benefits Opportunity for a raise after 90 days Health, dental, and vision insurance after 1 year 401(k) after 1 year Strong opportunities for growth within an expanding company Supportive leadership team and HR resources Diverse and inclusive workplace Our presentation may be casual, but our standards are high.

We are building something unique in New Orleans, and we are looking for people who want to grow with us. Brechtel Hospitality is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We believe talent, work ethic, and character are what matter most. More than just an equal opportunity employer, Brechtel Hospitality enthusiastically celebrates the powerful and profound diversity of our team.

We believe that talent, drive and experience are the only relevant criterion for considering new team members.