Executive Pastry Chef – Luxury Hotel Desserts

The Knox, Auberge Collection; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The Knox Hotel Employer LLC is seeking an Executive Pastry Chef to curate a distinctive pastry identity for a luxury hotel and residences on Knox Street. From signature plated desserts to show-stopping afternoon teas, you will set the tone for refined luxury across dining venues and private events.

You will lead a team in a Michelin-level environment, blending classic techniques with contemporary trends, and crafting visually striking desserts that define our brand and delight guests.

Qualifications

• A tastemaker with a refined pastry aesthetic and bold creative vision.
• Experienced in luxury hotels, Michelin-level kitchens, or elite culinary environments
• Fluent in both classic techniques and contemporary trends
• A natural leader who inspires artistry and elevates teams
• Passionate about detail, texture, flavor balance, and presentation

Responsibilities

• Signature dessert collections that blend modern technique with timeless elegance
• Immersive pastry experiences across fine dining, lounge, banquets, and private events
• Trend-forward concepts inspired by global flavors, sustainability, and design
• Visually striking, Instagram-worthy creations that surprise and delight

Skills

Pastry artistry

Leadership

Luxury hospitality

Classic techniques

Job description

The Knox Hotel Employer LLC is seeking an Executive Pastry Chef to curate a distinctive pastry identity for a luxury hotel and residences on Knox Street. From signature plated desserts to show-stopping afternoon teas, you will set the tone for refined luxury across dining venues and private events.

You will lead a team in a Michelin-level environment, blending classic techniques with contemporary trends, and crafting visually striking desserts that define our brand and delight guests.