Executive Pastry Chef

The Executive Pastry Chef is responsible for overseeing all pastry operations within the hotel’s kitchen, ensuring the highest standards of quality, creativity, and consistency in all pastry, baked goods, and dessert items.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Executive Pastry Chef is responsible for overseeing all pastry operations within the hotel’s kitchen, ensuring the highest standards of quality, creativity, and consistency in all pastry, baked goods, and dessert items. The role includes managing the pastry kitchen staff, developing innovative menus, maintaining inventory, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. The Executive Pastry Chef works closely with the Executive Chef and other departments to deliver exceptional guest experiences and maintain the hotel’s reputation for culinary excellence.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as an Executive Pastry Chef or Senior Pastry Chef in a luxury hotel or upscale restaurant environment.
• Expertise in all aspects of pastry, from production to presentation, with a creative approach to desserts and baked goods.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and multitasking skills with the ability to manage a team effectively.
• Proficiency in inventory management and cost control.
• In-depth knowledge of food safety regulations and kitchen hygiene practices.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments.
• A culinary degree or equivalent professional experience in pastry arts is preferred.
• A passion for creativity, innovation, and excellence in pastry making.