Pastry Chef

Employerland, on behalf of a luxury 5-star hotel in Cortina d'Ampezzo, is looking for a Pastry Chef.

Job Description

Our Pastry Chef plays a pivotal role within the Culinary team, ensuring the creation and presentation of refined, innovative, and high-quality pastry offerings that elevate the guest experience. Reporting to the Executive Chef, the Pastry Chef leads the pastry team in the design, preparation, and execution of a diverse range of desserts, breads, and baked goods, aligning with the hotel’s commitment to excellence, creativity, and authenticity.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and execute an elegant and innovative pastry menu for breakfast, à la carte service, events, and banqueting.

• Ensure exceptional quality, taste, and presentation in all pastry items, respecting seasonality and product integrity.

• Manage the daily operations of the pastry kitchen, including production planning, inventory control, and team supervision.

• Mentor, train, and inspire the pastry team, fostering a culture of creativity, precision, and continuous improvement.

• Collaborate with the Executive Chef and F&B team to develop new concepts, respond to guest preferences, and uphold brand standards.

• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and hygiene standards in all phases of food handling and kitchen operations.

• Monitor costs, minimize waste, and optimize production efficiency without compromising quality.

• Oversee ordering and stock rotation of ingredients to maintain freshness and control budgets.

• Participate in menu tastings, internal events, and guest experiences related to pastry and culinary arts.

• Stay up to date on industry trends, techniques, and luxury culinary innovations.