Chef Thomas Keller's Las Vegas restaurant, Bouchon ,  is  seeking  capable and skilled individuals who are enthusiastic about food, beverage ,  and hospitality to join the culinary brigade as a  Pastry Commis  Chef .  In this role, under the guidance of the  Pastry Chef and Sous Chef , you will  assist  with the preparation and production of bakery items while upholding the company’s  high standards  for food quality and cleanliness.  

In 2004, Chef Keller brought his award-winning bistro cuisine to the city of Las Vegas with Bouchon at The Venetian. As with the Yountville location, Bouchon  showcases   authentic, seasonally driven  French bistro fare and is set against interiors created by renowned designer Adam D.  Tihany .  

Responsibilities:  

• P repare and serve food and bakery items according to recipes, portioning, baking, and serving standards.  
• Accurately and efficiently produce  mise  en place   as requested by the Pastry Chef and Sous Chefs, ensuring organization and adherence to quality standards.  
• Ensure a clean, sanitary, and safe work environment by keeping service areas and stations clean and organized.  
• Work closely with commis and externs to ensure timely completion of tasks, according to the restaurant high standards.  
• Monitor product quality, ensure proper receipt of goods, and maintain equipment cleanliness and functionality in alignment with preventative maintenance programs.  

Qualifications:  

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a similar environment.   
• A valid State Health Certificate  
• A keen attention to detail, organization, and cleanliness.  
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced and changing environment, reach, bend, stoop, frequently lift up to 50 lbs, and stand for long periods of time.  
• A deep enthusiasm for food, beverage, and hospitality, with a particular focus on pastry. Desire to work with top-tier equipment, ingredients, and talented professionals.  

Chef Keller’s collection of restaurants is founded on a culture of mentorship and provides a solid foundation of skills to support the culinary profession.  We are proud to offer:    

• 401K with no waiting periods and the opportunity to receive up to 4.0% of your salary as matching contributions   
• Company-sponsored medical and dental plans with a contribution of 55%-73% of your premium*   
• Voluntary plans such as vision, life and AD&D insurance, accident, hospitalization, critical illness plans, short-and long-term disability insurance.   
• Opportunities for growth and advancement   
• Daily family meal   
• Nevada Paid Time Off   
• Scholarship programs   
• Peer mentorship program   
• Employee discounts at Chef Thomas Keller’s casual properties   

Who we are:   

Chef Thomas Keller raises the bar for the American culinary scene. His restaurants are legendary – The French Laundry, Bouchon, and Per Se among them – and he is the only American-born chef to ever hold multiple three-star Michelin rankings. Chef Keller’s culinary skills and  high standards   make him an inspiration to younger chefs and have earned him countless accolades, including The Culinary Institute of America’s “Chef of the Year” Award and the James Beard Foundation’s “Outstanding Chef” and “Outstanding Restaurateur” Awards. He is also the first male American chef to be  designated   a Chevalier of the French Legion of Honor. In 2017, Chef Keller led Team USA to its first-ever gold medal in the Bocuse d’Or, a prestigious biennial competition that is regarded as the Olympics of the culinary world. Chef Keller is the author of six best-selling cookbooks and holds an honorary Doctorate in Culinary Arts from The Culinary Institute of America.   

Looking for other opportunities with our group? Check out open positions on: ThomasKeller.com/careers   

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics .    

*Company contribution depends on your plan selection. Benefit offerings are subject to change over time .