Executive Pastry Chef - Full time

Four Seasons; Hawaii; On-site; USD 112,000 - 137,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time off

Training and development opportunities

Employee Travel Program

Job summary

Four Seasons Maui is seeking a seasoned Pastry Kitchen leader to plan, organize, control and direct the work of employees in the pastry shop, ensuring superior quality and consistency.

You will supervise selection, training, development and evaluation of staff, develop menus with hotel culinary teams, manage labor and expenses, and uphold Four Seasons cultural standards. Requires 5–7 years in pastry/head roles and relevant food safety certifications.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years in pastry or culinary department head roles.
• Knowledge of Four Seasons standards and SOPs.
• English proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the selection, training, development and evaluation of pastry staff.
• Assist in planning and development of hotel menus; ensure high-quality presentation.
• Control labor and operating expenses through scheduling, budgeting and inventory control.

Skills

Pastry design

Leadership

Menu development

Job description

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.

At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

About the location

Experience elevated luxury at Maui's most glamorous oceanfront resort. Celebrate the wonders of Maui in our open‑air beachfront resort – and allow our team to pamper you in the spirit of Aloha. Inhale the fragrance of plumeria as you dip into our adults‑only infinity pool. Or set out to explore the island; we’ll customize each step of your journey, then welcome you back to unwind in the most spacious accommodations on the island.

About the Role

Plan, organize, control and direct the work of employees in the Pastry Kitchen Department responsible for outlet food preparation while ensuring superior quality and consistency.

What You Will Do

• Coordinate the selection, training, development, and evaluation of employees and managers in the Kitchen’s bake/pastry shop through effective management and leadership to ensure that established cultural and core standards are met; long‑range strategic planning for outlet operation.
• Assist in the planning and development of menus for the hotel, ensure the correct preparation and presentation of a consistent level for all food items prepared through production and demonstration.
• Control labor and operating expenses through effective scheduling, budgeting, purchasing decisions, and inventory control.

What you bring

• Five to seven years previous experience in multiple culinary/food & beverage department head positions specializing in pastry design and creation.
• Requires a working knowledge of division operations as well as Four Seasons cultural and core standards, policies, and standard operating procedures. Working knowledge is generally learned on‑the‑job.
• Requires ability to operate computer equipment and other food & beverage computer systems.
• Requires the ability to operate and utilize culinary production equipment and tools.
• Requires reading, writing and oral proficiency in the English language.
• Hawaii Food Handler’s Card.
• Maui Liquor Card.
• Tuberculosis Clearance ServSafe (within 3 months).

What We Offer

• Competitive salary & wages.
• Comprehensive benefits package (Including Medical, Dental, Life Insurance, 401(k), Roth, etc).
• Paid time off including Vacation, Sick time, Live Well Day, Community Care Day.
• Excellent Training and Development opportunities.
• Learning & Development Subsidy.
• Many career opportunities within the hotel and to other Four Seasons.
• Employee Travel Program.
• Complimentary Dry Cleaning for Employee Uniforms.
• Complimentary Employee Meal and Paid Meal Break.
• Salary Range: $112,000 - $137,000.

Schedule & Hours

• Full time.
• The hospitality business functions seven (7) days a week, twenty‑four (24) hours a day and scheduled days and times may vary based on need.

Be part of a cohesive team with opportunities to build a successful career with global potential.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Four Seasons is an Equal Opportunity, Affiential Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.