Lead Pastry Chef — Luxury Hotel Desserts & Banquets

The Menger Hotel; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision benefits

Maternity/paternity leave

PTO / PTO exchange

Pet insurance

401k corporate match

Student loan repayment

Job summary

Clayton Hotel & Members Club in Denver is seeking a Pastry Chef to oversee all pastry and dessert production for the hotel and Members Club. This hands-on leadership role balances creativity with operational excellence while maintaining the highest quality and execution standards.

You will lead the pastry program from concept to execution, mentor the pastry team, and collaborate with the Executive Chef and culinary leadership to elevate guest experiences with memorable desserts and pastries.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of pastry experience in fine dining, luxury hotels, or Michelin-caliber restaurants
• Minimum 1-2 years in a pastry leadership role (Pastry Sous Chef or Pastry Chef preferred)
• Strong knowledge of baking science, chocolate work, sugar work, and modern pastry techniques
• Experience managing multiple production priorities simultaneously
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations
• Working knowledge of inventory management and labor controls
• Ability to frequently lift up to 40 pounds
• Ability to stand for extended periods and work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Responsibilities

• Oversee all pastry and dessert production for the Clayton Hotel and Members Club
• Lead the pastry program from concept to execution
• Mentor the pastry team and support growth of the hospitality destination
• Work with Executive Chef and culinary leadership to balance creativity with operational excellence
• Collaborate with banquet and hotel operations to ensure quality and consistency

Skills

Exceptional communication

Organizational skills

Hospitality mindset

Mentoring & coaching

Attention to detail

Leadership

Education

Culinary or Pastry degree preferred

Job description

Clayton Hotel & Members Club in Denver is seeking a Pastry Chef to oversee all pastry and dessert production for the hotel and Members Club. This hands-on leadership role balances creativity with operational excellence while maintaining the highest quality and execution standards.

You will lead the pastry program from concept to execution, mentor the pastry team, and collaborate with the Executive Chef and culinary leadership to elevate guest experiences with memorable desserts and pastries.