Hotel Pastry Lead: Desserts & Banquets Mastery

Loews Hotels & Co; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) match

Paid sick days

Vacation

Holidays

Training & development

Tuition reimbursement

Pet insurance

Team member rates

Free parking

Free meals at work

Discounted tickets

Volunteer opportunities

Job summary

Loews Arlington Hotel is seeking a Pastry Cook I to lead the production of desserts across all F&B outlets, mentoring junior team members and contributing creatively to dessert menus.

You will partner with the Pastry Chef to execute refined plating, maintain high quality and HACCP standards, and thrive in a fast-paced hotel kitchen environment.

Experience in advanced pastry techniques and a passion for consistency will help you excel; veterans and military spouses are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of professional pastry experience, with at least 1 year in a hotel, resort, or upscale dining environment.
• Advanced pastry techniques including entremets, laminated doughs, sugar work, chocolate tempering, and plated desserts.
• Ability to lead a station or pastry team during service.
• In-depth knowledge of food safety standards and kitchen operations.
• Experience mentoring or training junior staff is a plus.
• Strong time management, communication, and multitasking skills.
• Preferred Certificate or diploma in Culinary or Pastry Arts.

Responsibilities

• Lead production of advanced desserts, breads, cakes, and pastries for all F&B outlets.
• Execute refined plating and presentation for à la carte and banquet desserts.
• Maintain quality, consistency, and timeliness during service and prep.
• Guide and support Pastry Cooks I & II, offering coaching and technical assistance.
• Collaborate on seasonal dessert development and assist in testing new recipes.
• Maintain and enforce food safety, hygiene, and HACCP standards in all areas of the pastry kitchen.
• Ensure proper storage, rotation, labeling, and inventory management of pastry items.
• Oversee the setup and breakdown of the pastry station for each shift.
• Assist in ordering and tracking inventory of pastry ingredients and supplies.
• Communicate effectively with the culinary team, banquet staff, and service teams to coordinate pastry needs.
• Step in for the Pastry Sous Chef or Pastry Chef when needed.
• Regular attendance in conformance with standards.
• May be required to work varying schedules to reflect business needs.
• Required to attend all mandatory training sessions and meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Pastry experience

Advanced pastry techniques

Team leadership

Food safety

Mentoring

Time management

Education

Culinary Diploma or Certificate

Job description

Loews Arlington Hotel is seeking a Pastry Cook I to lead the production of desserts across all F&B outlets, mentoring junior team members and contributing creatively to dessert menus.

You will partner with the Pastry Chef to execute refined plating, maintain high quality and HACCP standards, and thrive in a fast-paced hotel kitchen environment.

Experience in advanced pastry techniques and a passion for consistency will help you excel; veterans and military spouses are encouraged to apply.