Lead Pastry Chef — Creative Desserts & Team Mentorship

Starwood Hotels; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Starwood Hotels is seeking a fast-learning, highly creative Pastry Chef to lead and inspire the pastry team at all levels, from production to exquisite presentation. You will mentor the team through hands-on leadership, creating synergy that enhances the department and guest experience.

The ideal candidate has a minimum of 3 years in pastry, exceptional communication skills, and flexibility to meet the demands of a 24-hour operation.

Qualifications

• Passionate about desserts and a minimum of 3 years of similar work experience.
• Post-secondary diploma or degree would be a plus.
• Expert in pastry production with a strong leader and a 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.

Responsibilities

• Lead the pastry team at all levels from production to presentation.
• Mentor the team through leading by example with a hands-on approach.
• Enhance the department and guest experience through collaboration.

Skills

Dessert passion

Team leadership

Guest & team engagement

Financial performance

Communication

24-hour operation readiness

Education

Post-secondary diploma or degree (nice to have)

Job description

Starwood Hotels is seeking a fast-learning, highly creative Pastry Chef to lead and inspire the pastry team at all levels, from production to exquisite presentation. You will mentor the team through hands-on leadership, creating synergy that enhances the department and guest experience.

The ideal candidate has a minimum of 3 years in pastry, exceptional communication skills, and flexibility to meet the demands of a 24-hour operation.