Executive Pastry Chef - Luxury, High-Volume Bakery

Caesars Entertainment; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Caesars Entertainment in Las Vegas, NV is seeking an accomplished Executive Pastry Chef to lead a high‑volume luxury pastry program within the Central Bakery & Pastry Kitchen at Caesars Palace. You will oversee production, inspire a team of 6 Chefs and 23 Bakers/Pâtissiers, develop seasonal offerings with the Dominique Ansel team, and uphold the highest standards of quality, safety, and guest experience.

This role demands visionary leadership, strict cost controls, and collaboration with

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in fine dining pastry, bakery, and viennoiserie operations.
• Proven success leading luxury pastry kitchens and high-performing teams.
• Strong background in seasonal product development, menu innovation, and trend-driven pastry concepts.
• Deep knowledge of current pastry, bakery, and café trends, ingredients, and techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to manage labor, food costs, scheduling, and overall kitchen performance.
• Passion for coaching, mentoring, and developing culinary talent.
• Collaborative, service-oriented leadership style with strong communication skills.
• Experience in high-volume luxury hotels, Michelin-level restaurants, or renowned bakery concepts preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of pastry and bakery production, ensuring exceptional quality, consistency, and execution.
• Oversee daily operations including scheduling, labor management, ordering, inventory, food cost controls, and quality assurance.
• Develop and execute seasonal pastry, bakery, and viennoiserie offerings in collaboration with the Dominique Ansel team.
• Train, mentor, and develop a high‑performing pastry team while fostering a culture of excellence and accountability.
• Maintain the highest standards of food safety, sanitation, presentation, and product consistency.
• Partner with culinary and front‑of‑house leadership to deliver exceptional guest experience.
• Drive operational efficiencies, productivity improvements, and continuous innovation across the program.

Job description

Caesars Entertainment in Las Vegas, NV is seeking an accomplished Executive Pastry Chef to lead a high‑volume luxury pastry program within the Central Bakery & Pastry Kitchen at Caesars Palace. You will oversee production, inspire a team of 6 Chefs and 23 Bakers/Pâtissiers, develop seasonal offerings with the Dominique Ansel team, and uphold the highest standards of quality, safety, and guest experience.

This role demands visionary leadership, strict cost controls, and collaboration with