Pastry Chef | Luxury Desserts, Sustainable Creations

Kimpton; Italy; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Six Senses Milan seeks a Pastry Chef to lead the pastry kitchen, developing recipes and costing, and ensuring operation within brand standards. The role emphasizes sustainability, local sourcing, and adherence to safety and hospitality excellence.

The candidate will manage pastry production, cost-out new items, and continually refresh offerings to align with Eat With Six Senses philosophy while maintaining high-quality desserts and breads for the luxury hotel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree/Diploma in Culinary Arts and 5+ years of chef/pastry chef experience.
• Thorough knowledge of food safety, hygiene and sanitation standards including HACCP and applicable Italian/European regulations.
• Knowledge of seasonal ingredients, local products, sustainable sourcing, and Eat With Six Senses philosophy.
• Fluent in English and Italian; additional languages are an advantage.
• Possess a valid right to work in Italy, with the relevant visa or work permit where applicable.
• Hold any additional professional qualifications or certifications required by applicable Italian legislation.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of the Pastry Kitchen; supervise desserts, breads and baked goods.
• Develop, test and cost out new recipes and menu items for the Pastry Shop/Bakery.
• Maintain updated recipes and costing of all products.
• Focus on rejuvenation of pastries to stay aligned with Eat With Six Senses practices.
• Monitor waste sorting and implement efficient food waste reduction/composting.
• Establish purchasing practices meeting Six Senses nutrition and sustainability standards.
• Operate the department in line with legal, financial, safety, reporting and budgetary controls.

Education

Bachelor’s degree/Diploma in Culinary Arts

Job description

Six Senses Milan seeks a Pastry Chef to lead the pastry kitchen, developing recipes and costing, and ensuring operation within brand standards. The role emphasizes sustainability, local sourcing, and adherence to safety and hospitality excellence.

The candidate will manage pastry production, cost-out new items, and continually refresh offerings to align with Eat With Six Senses philosophy while maintaining high-quality desserts and breads for the luxury hotel.