Top 74 Culinary arts Jobs in Houston Tx

Executive Pastry Chef
Tiny Boxwoods —Bellaire, TX
- $80,000 - $90,000 a year
- Night shift
- Background check
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- 5 years
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Sales Consultant - Inner Loop, Houston, Tx.
Sysco —Houston, TX
- Weekends as needed
- Marketing
- Computer literacy
- Restaurant management
- Mileage reimbursement
- Employee stock purchase plan
Teacher - Culinary Arts Certified 9-12
Harris County Department of Education —Houston, TX
- $72,750 - $78,564 a year
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Computer literacy
Sous Chef
MD Anderson —Houston, TX
- $23.80 - $35.82 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- ServSafe
- High school diploma or GED
- In-person
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
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Chef Instructor
Southern Cadence Cuisine, LLC —Houston, TX
- $20 - $25 an hour
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- 1 year
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
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Part-Time Faculty - Culinary Arts (North)
San Jacinto College —Houston, TX
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Associate's degree
Research and Development Chef
Goode Company Restaurants —Houston, TX
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
Sous Chef
Marriott International, Inc —Houston, TX
- $64,000 - $86,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Hotel
- High school diploma or GED
Assistant Sous Chef
Marriott International, Inc —Houston, TX
- $26.54 - $28.85 an hour
- Full-time
- 3 years
- Hotel
- High school diploma or GED
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Teacher - CTE Culinary Arts (Anticipated) 2026-27
Clear Creek ISD —League City, TX
- Full-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- Customer service
Imagine Art AmeriCorps Program
AmeriCorps —Houston, TX
- Full-time
- Spanish
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Customer service
- Health insurance
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Prep Cook
Moonlight Miso LLC —Houston, TX
- $14 - $21 an hour
- Part-time
- In-person
- Entry level
- Kitchen
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
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Line- Prep
Midtown bar and Grill —Houston, TX
- $12.53 - $15.00 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- US work authorization
- Organizational skills
- In-person
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
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Executive Chef
Marriott International, Inc —Houston, TX
- $101,000 - $129,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bar
- Hotel
- High school diploma or GED
Cooking Instructor
The Cookery Houston —Houston, TX
- From $15 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- In-person
- Entry level
- Flexible schedule
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Baker
Paris Baguette (Missouri City, Sugarland, Richmond, Houston), Texas —Missouri City, TX
- $13 - $17 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Bakery
- Organizational skills
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Executive Chef
KBR —Houston, TX
- Full-time
- 11+ years
- Team management
- Senior level
Chef Instructor, Savory (Sur La Table)
CSC Generation —Houston, TX
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- Cash register
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
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Dining Services Director
CSL Kingwood LLC —Humble, TX
- ServSafe
- Cooking
- Mid-level
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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8d
Banquet Chef
Marriott International, Inc —Houston, TX
- $70,000 - $88,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Hotel
- High school diploma or GED

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Executive Pastry Chef

Tiny Boxwoods -
Bellaire, TX

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Job Details

$80,000 - $90,000 a year

Benefits

Health savings account
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Parental leave
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Employee discount
Opportunities for advancement
Flexible schedule
Bereavement leave

Qualifications

Vendor relationship building
Food service purchasing
Food Safety Manager Certification
Labor cost analysis
Manufacturing facility experience
Kitchen cost control
Inventory tracking for food cost management
Food & beverage production
Materials management in food and beverage
Managing kitchen staff
Baked goods production
Food ordering
Business operations
Restaurant cost management
Manufacturing company experience
Staffing management

Full Job Description

About Us

Tiny Boxwoods Commissary supports the pastry, bakery, dessert, and ice cream operations for Tiny Boxwoods Restaurants and Tiny’s Milk & Cookies. Known for exceptional quality, hospitality, and craftsmanship, we create products that are made from scratch and enjoyed across our family of brands every day.

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Executive Pastry Chef to lead our growing pastry production operation. This position oversees a team of more than 40 employees and manages production for three restaurant locations and five Tiny’s Milk & Cookies locations. The ideal candidate is both a skilled pastry professional and a proven operational leader who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Position Summary

The Executive Pastry Chef is responsible for the overall leadership, management, and performance of our pastry production facility. This role oversees all pastry, bakery, cookie, dessert, ice cream, and specialty product production while ensuring consistency, quality, food safety, operational efficiency, and team development.

The Executive Pastry Chef leads a multi-shift operation that runs day and night and serves as the primary leader for production planning, labor management, inventory control, product innovation, and quality assurance across all supported locations.

This individual will work closely with executive leadership to drive operational excellence while maintaining the standards and culture that define the Tiny Boxwoods and Milk & Cookies brands.

Essential Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Development

Lead, coach, and develop a team of 40+ production employees across multiple shifts.
Recruit, hire, train, and retain high-performing team members.
Supervise managers, supervisors, lead bakers, decorators, and production staff.
Conduct performance evaluations and provide ongoing coaching and development.
Partner with Human Resources on employee relations, performance management, disciplinary actions, and staffing initiatives.
Create a culture of accountability, teamwork, continuous improvement, and excellence.
Develop future leaders through training and succession planning.

Production & Operations

Oversee all daily bakery, pastry, dessert, cookie, savory prep, and ice cream production.
Manage production planning and forecasting to support all restaurant and retail locations.
Ensure proper staffing and production coverage across day, evening, and overnight operations.
Develop efficient workflows and production schedules.
Maintain consistent product quality, presentation, and recipe adherence across all locations.
Monitor production efficiencies and implement process improvements.
Ensure timely fulfillment and distribution of products to all locations.

Product Quality & Innovation

Maintain the highest standards of product quality, consistency, and presentation.
Ensure all products meet brand specifications and guest expectations.
Lead recipe development, testing, implementation, and documentation.
Collaborate with leadership on menu enhancements, seasonal offerings, and new product launches.
Stay informed of industry trends and opportunities for innovation.

Operational Planning & Financial Support

Assist executive leadership with labor planning, production forecasting, and operational budgeting initiatives.
Monitor labor usage, productivity, food costs, inventory levels, waste, and production yields.
Provide operational recommendations to improve efficiencies, reduce waste, and support profitability goals.
Review production performance metrics and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
Partner with leadership on purchasing strategies and inventory management to support operational objectives.
Contribute to annual business planning, growth initiatives, and new location support as requested.

Inventory & Purchasing

Oversee purchasing, ordering, receiving, and inventory management.
Establish and maintain strong vendor relationships.
Ensure appropriate inventory levels while minimizing waste and shortages.
Conduct inventory reviews and maintain accurate records.

Food Safety & Compliance

Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal food safety regulations.
Maintain the highest standards of sanitation, cleanliness, and workplace safety.
Ensure team members maintain required food safety certifications.
Conduct routine inspections and audits to verify compliance.
Promote a safe working environment and proper use of equipment.

Administrative Responsibilities

Maintain production schedules, inventory reports, labor reports, and operational documentation.
Lead production meetings and communicate business objectives to the team.
Collaborate with restaurant leadership and executive management.
Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

7+ years of progressive pastry, bakery, or dessert production experience.
5+ years of leadership experience managing large production teams.
Experience leading a high-volume bakery, commissary, manufacturing, or multi-unit production environment.
Proven success managing teams of 30 or more employees.
Strong operational, organizational, and leadership skills.
Experience managing labor costs, food costs, purchasing, and inventory.
Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.
Texas Food Manager Certification or ability to obtain.
Flexibility to support a day and overnight production operation as business needs require.

Preferred

Degree in Pastry Arts, Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, Business Management, or a related field.
Multi-location food production experience.
Experience supporting restaurant and retail bakery operations.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Advanced pastry and baking knowledge, including doughs, laminated products, cookies, cakes, custards, mousses, breads, and frozen desserts.
Strong understanding of large-scale production processes.
Experience with production forecasting and inventory control.
Ability to analyze operational metrics and make informed business decisions.
Exceptional leadership, coaching, and team-building capabilities.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to excellence.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
Ability to frequently bend, kneel, reach, push, and pull.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work around ovens, mixers, refrigeration equipment, and other commercial food production equipment.
Ability to work in varying temperatures, including hot and cold production environments.

Why Join Tiny Boxwoods Productions?

This is an opportunity to lead one of Houston's most respected pastry and dessert operations. You will play a critical role in supporting the continued growth of Tiny Boxwoods and Milk & Cookies while leading a talented team dedicated to quality, craftsmanship, and hospitality.

If you are a passionate culinary leader who enjoys developing people, driving operational excellence, and creating exceptional products, we encourage you to apply.

Tiny Boxwoods is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees can thrive.

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Bereavement leave
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Health savings account
Opportunities for advancement
Paid time off
Parental leave
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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Position Summary

Essential Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Development

Production & Operations

Product Quality & Innovation

Operational Planning & Financial Support

Inventory & Purchasing

Food Safety & Compliance

Administrative Responsibilities

Qualifications

Required

Preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Physical Requirements

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