An Executive Pastry Chef is responsible for operating the pastry section of the kitchen to deliver an excellent Guest and Member experience while planning production and developing seasonal offerings.The Executive Pastry Chef will oversee all related matters within the pastry and bakery department under the direction of the Culinary Director and within the limits of established Hilton and local policies and procedures.

What will I be doing?

 

As an Executive Pastry Chef, you are responsible for operating the pastry section of the kitchen while working closely with the Executive Chef  to deliver an excellent Guest and Member experience. An Executive Pastry Chef will also be required to plan production and develop seasonal offerings. Specifically, you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

Oversees the pastry section operation of the kitchenEnsure excellent quality throughout the dessert offeringsBring creativity to the pastry offeringsSupervise and coordinate all pastry and dessert preparation and presentationPlan production to facilitate daily requirementsDevelop appropriate seasonal menu offeringsManage food cost controls to contribute to Food and Beverage revenueEnsure compliance with food hygiene and Health and Safety regulations

What are we looking for?

 

Executive Pastry Chef serving Hilton brands are always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the attitude, behaviours, skills, and values that follow:

A minimum of 2 years as a Pastry Chef de Partie or Pastry Chef Experience with high volume food productionApproaches pastry in a creative way.Prior Luxury hotel experience strongly preferred.Has knowledge of International Cuisine.Strong supervisory skillsPositive attitudeGood communication skillsCommitted to delivering a high level of customer serviceExcellent planning and organising skillsDedicated to the delivery of exceptional service and continuous improvement

It would be advantageous in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions:

Relevant qualifications for roleProficiency with computers and computer programs, including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook