Junior Pastry Sous Chef

SH Hotels & Resorts; California; On-site; USD 77,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

SH Hotels & Resorts in California seeks a fast-learning, highly creative Junior Pastry Chef to lead our pastry team across production and exquisite presentation. You will mentor the team, operate hands-on, and help create a synergy that elevates the department and guest experience.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of pastry experience, a post-secondary diploma or degree is a plus, and strong leadership, communication, and a track record in guest and financial performance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of similar work experience.
• Post-secondary diploma or degree would be a plus.
• Expert in pastry production with strong leadership and track record in guest engagement and financial performance.
• Excellent verbal and written communication. correspondd

Responsibilities

• Lead pastry team from production to exquisite presentation.
• Mentor team through hands-on leadership and example.
• Enhance guest experience with creative dessert offerings and high quality standards.

Skills

Pastry production

Leadership

Guest engagement

Communication

Education

Post-secondary diploma or degree

Job description

Grow with us...

Life at Starwood Hotels is based on a simple idea: the world is beautiful and we want to keep it that way. But we can’t do it alone. That’s why hiring thoughtful and inspiring Team Members and Leaders who understand that our people, collaboration, stellar service, and respect for nature are so important to us.

At SH Hotels & Resorts, we hire people who believe in collaboration, thrive on innovation, respect nature and love to eat, especially dessert! Our Pastry team find great satisfaction in executing delectable treats that were made with an artistic hand, a whole lot of love, and inspired by nature including fresh, seasonal ingredients. We’re currently in search of a fast-learning, highly creative Junior Pastry Chef to lead (and inspire) the pastry team at all levels from production to exquisite presentation. Plus, you'll excel at mentoring your team through leading by example and a hands‑on approach to ultimately create a synergy that will inevitably enhance the department and guest experience.

About you...

Passionate about desserts and a minimum of 3 years of similar work experience. A post‑secondary diploma or degree would be a plus. An expert in pastry production, a strong leader and a proven track record in guest and team member engagement and financial performance. Excels at communication, both verbal and written. Is flexible and willing to meet the demands of a 24‑hour operation.

About us...

As a mission‑driven company, our purpose is our true north, and our compass guides the way. The purpose we live by impacts the lives of our team members, drives the experiences for our guests, builds community with like‑minded travelers and takes care of the planet we live in. Founded in 2006 by Barry Sternlicht, Starwood Hotels is a luxury hotel brand management company and affiliate of global private investment firm Starwood Capital Group.

$85,000/annually

Starwood Hotels is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe in a diverse, sustainable workforce with an empowered, inclusive culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis covered under applicable law. If you require any special accommodations, please visit People Operations.