Executive Pastry Chef

Four Seasons; Punta Mita; Presencial; MXN 600.000 - 900.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita is seeking an accomplished Pastry Chef to lead our pastry program in a luxury resort setting. You will develop creative desserts, mentor a pastry team, and collaborate with culinary leadership to deliver exceptional guest experiences. You bring 5–7 years of progressive pastry experience, 2–3 years in leadership, and a culinary degree or Pastry Arts certification.

Familiarity with HACCP, budgeting, and inventory is essential. Bilingual English-Spanish preferred.

Formación

• Education: Culinary degree, Pastry Arts certification or equivalent professional training.
• Experience: Minimum 5–7 years progressive pastry experience in luxury hotels, resorts, fine dining or high-volume operations.
• Leadership: At least 2–3 years in a Pastry Chef or Executive Pastry Chef role.
• Skills: Expertise in pastry techniques, chocolate work, sugar artistry, desserts; strong leadership and budgeting abilities.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and execute creative pastry, dessert, bakery, and specialty confectionery programs.
• Lead, train, and mentor the pastry team to ensure consistent quality and performance.
• Design seasonal and specialty dessert menus aligned with the property's culinary vision.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, sanitation, and safety.
• Manage inventory, ordering, and vendor relationships for pastry and bakery ingredients.
• Control labor and food costs while maximizing productivity and minimizing waste.
• Ensure compliance with local health regulations and company standards.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef and F&B leadership on menu development and events.
• Oversee production schedules to meet operational and banquet requirements.
• Monitor guest feedback and continuously improve offerings.

Conocimientos

Pastry techniques

Leadership

Team development

Time management

Food safety/HACCP

Budgeting & inventory

Communication

Creativity

Bilingual English/Spanish

Educación

Culinary degree or Pastry Arts certification

Descripción del empleo

About Four Seasons: Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.

About the location:

Open your soul to the heart of Mexico. With a prime location on the Pacific coast, Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita celebrates the rich culture of Mexico one epic sunset at a time. Reconnect with family and friends; our "mi-casa, su casa" attitude invites you to feel the true spirit of Mexican hospitality.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute creative pastry, dessert, bakery, and specialty confectionery programs.
• Lead, train, and mentor the pastry team to ensure consistent quality and performance.
• Design seasonal and specialty dessert menus that align with the property's culinary vision.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, sanitation, and safety.
• Manage inventory, ordering, and vendor relationships for pastry and bakery ingredients.
• Control labor and food costs while maximizing productivity and minimizing waste.
• Ensure compliance with local health regulations and company standards.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef and Food & Beverage leadership on menu development and special events.
• Oversee production schedules to meet operational and banquet requirements.
• Monitor guest feedback and continuously improve offerings to enhance satisfaction.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education

Culinary degree, Pastry Arts certification, or equivalent professional training preferred.

Experience

Minimum 5-7 years of progressive pastry experience in luxury hotels, resorts, fine dining restaurants, or high-volume operations.

At least 2-3 years of leadership experience in a Pastry Chef or Executive Pastry Chef role.

Skills & Competencies

• Expert knowledge of pastry techniques, baking, chocolate work, sugar artistry, and plated desserts.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and team development skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Strong understanding of food cost controls, budgeting, and inventory management.
• Knowledge of food safety, HACCP, and sanitation standards.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining exceptional quality.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Creativity and passion for innovation and culinary excellence.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in luxury hospitality or Forbes/Five-Star environments.
• Banquet and large-scale event pastry production experience.
• Familiarity with menu engineering and profitability analysis.
• Bilingual English - Spanish