Pastry Chef | Wilmington, NC About Giorgios Hospitality Group For more than 35 years, Giorgios Hospitality Group has been a driving force in Southeastern hospitality, founded by internationally recognized restaurateur Giorgios Bakatsias. From our flagship Parizade in Durham to our celebrated portfolio of 18 distinct concepts spanning bistros, tavernas, brasseries, and a Top 100 Steakhouse, we bring the food and culture of destinations around the world to the communities we serve. In Wilmington, that includes Kipos Hellenic Cuisine, G•Prime Steak & Cellar, Fortuna Cucina Italiana, and Tomiko-San, four of the Port City's most celebrated dining destinations. Guided by our philosophy of creating unique and memorable experiences "one guest, one plate at a time," we are chef-driven, locally sourced, and deeply committed to hospitality that feels personal, generous, and unforgettable. Now, we're bringing a bold new Coastal Hellenic concept to Wilmington, and we're looking for a Chef de Cuisine to help bring it to life.

The Role:

Pastry Chef Giorgios Hospitality Group is seeking a talented and creative Pastry Chef to lead dessert and baked goods production at one of our Wilmington concepts. This role is ideal for a pastry professional who blends technical precision with artistry, and who takes pride in crafting memorable final impressions for our guests. Recommended Experience Minimum 2-3 years of professional pastry experience, fine dining or upscale bakery/restaurant background preferred Strong foundation in baking, plated desserts, and dessert presentation Knowledge of proper food safety and sanitation standards Culinary or pastry arts training a plus Expectations Bring creativity and technical precision to every dessert and baked item produced Maintain consistency in flavor, texture, and presentation across all items Manage time effectively to meet prep and service deadlines Communicate proactively with kitchen leadership on ingredient needs and menu ideas Uphold cleanliness and organization in the pastry station at all times General Responsibilities Design, develop, and execute desserts, baked goods, and pastry items for the menu Prepare and plate desserts to recipe and presentation standards during service Source and manage inventory of pastry ingredients, minimizing waste Maintain proper storage, labeling, and rotation of pastry products Collaborate with the Chef de Cuisine on seasonal menu development and specials Train and support kitchen staff on pastry techniques and standards as needed Uphold all food safety, sanitation, and health code procedures Maintain and care for pastry equipment and tools Compensation & Benefits Competitive salary: $50,000-$60,000, commensurate with experience Opportunity to grow within an established, multi-concept hospitality group Creative role with room to shape the dessert program Ready to bring your pastry artistry to the table? Apply today and join the Giorgios Hospitality Group kitchen team in Wilmington. Giorgios Hospitality Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Pay:

$50,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Employee discount Flexible schedule Paid time off

Work Location:

In person