Join the Zōtō Team — Fine Dining Pastry Chef Wanted
Are you passionate about dessert artistry and ready to help define a world-class Japanese-inspired dining experience? Zōtō, a sleek, modern izakaya blending elevated sushi, seasonal Japanese dishes, craft sake, and inventive drinks, is searching for a talented Pastry Chef to round out our culinary story.
Who We AreAt Zōtō, every dish and drink is a gift, a carefully crafted expression of respect, culture, and storytelling. Our concept is rooted in the Japanese tradition of “gift-giving,” where thoughtful presentation, seasonality, and genuine hospitality bring guests together in meaningful ways.
The Role — Pastry ChefAs our Pastry Chef, you will:
Create refined, artful desserts that complement Zōtō’s Japanese-inspired menu and elevate the overall dining experience.
Develop seasonal and signature dessert offerings that reflect our commitment to quality, seasonality, flavor balance, and presentation.
Collaborate with culinary and beverage leadership to design harmonious dessert pairings — from sake and Japanese whisky to cocktails and wine.
Maintain the highest standards of quality, consistency, cleanliness, and food safety in all pastry preparation and plating.
Manage dessert station prep, inventory, storage, and organization to support smooth service in a fine-dining, high-end sushi-driven environment.
Bring creativity, precision, and a passion for craftsmanship, blending Japanese sensibilities with global pastry techniques.
Has proven experience as a Pastry Chef, ideally in fine dining or upscale Asian-fusion or Japanese settings.
Possesses strong pastry technique, creativity, and an eye for detail, from flavor balance to elegant plating and presentation.
Is comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-standard kitchen, collaborating closely with chefs and front-of-house staff.
Appreciates the values of seasonality, ingredient-driven cooking, and thoughtful hospitality.
Is excited by the idea of crafting desserts that are not just food, but a final, memorable “gift” for guests.
Be part of a culinary concept backed by acclaimed chefs and a bold vision for modern Japanese-fusion dining.
Work in an environment where creativity, collaboration, and seasonal sourcing shape the menu and guest experience.
Help build a dessert program from the ground up, defining Zōtō’s sweet signature.
Share in a culture centered on hospitality, excellence, and “the gift of food and connection.”
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