Giusto is an upscale Italian restaurant located in Hammetts Hotel in downtown Newport. We are open year-round, seven days a week, and committed to excellence in both our food and our hospitality. At Giusto, we believe in taking care of our team and making a difference in our community. Our goal is to be the best restaurant we can be, striving every day to improve and grow.

Our menu features freestyle Italian cuisine using local ingredients to create thoughtfully prepared dishes that are delicious, unique, and approachable. We make all of our gelato in-house, and our composed desserts are known for their creativity and diversity. Giusto was honored with a James Beard Award nomination for Outstanding Hospitality in 2024 and has been recognized by publications including The New York Times (Best Dishes of 2024), Rhode Island Monthly (Best of Rhode Island), and The Providence Journal (Best Dining Experiences).

We are seeking a Pastry Chef with integrity, passion, and creativity to join our team. The ideal candidate will bring:

• A true passion for desserts and pastry arts.
• Experience across a broad range of pastry techniques.
• Strong problem-solving skills and adaptability.
• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

This is a full-time salaried position, with a typical schedule of approximately 9:00am–7:00pm, five days per week.

If this sounds like the right fit for you, please send your resume and a cover letter to Chef/Owner Kevin O’Donnell.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $68,000.00 - $78,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Upscale kitchen : 1 year (Required)
• Pastry Sous Chef or Pastry Chef: 1 year (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)
• Night Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Newport, RI 02840 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Interested parties may apply here.