Lead Pastry Chef – Oceanfront Resort

Cavalier Hotel Corporation; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Dental programs

Vision insurance

Vacation/Sick/Holiday

Pet insurance

401(k) with matching

Hotel room discounts

Job summary

HEI Hotels & Resorts in Virginia Beach is seeking a Lead Pastry Cook for the Marriott Virginia Beach Oceanfront Resort. You will prepare pastry items to exacting standards, support kitchen operations, and ensure proper temperatures and stock levels throughout service.

The role emphasizes hotel experience, physical ability to lift up to 100 lbs, and clear communication with staff and servers. Competitive benefits and a dynamic coastal work environment accompany the position.

Qualifications

• Hotel experience preferred.
• Finger/hand dexterity to operate food machinery.
• Effective verbal and written communication.
• Ability to lift and move up to 100 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food of consistent quality following recipe cards and production standards.
• Start prepped items ahead of time and manage portions for service.
• Date and rotate perishables; check pars and plan for shortages.
• Restock buffet and ensure proper storage of unused items.
• Maintain equipment cleanliness and safe operation of kitchen tools.
• Adhere to attendance rules and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Hotel experience

Dexterity

Communication skills

Physical strength

Job description

HEI Hotels & Resorts in Virginia Beach is seeking a Lead Pastry Cook for the Marriott Virginia Beach Oceanfront Resort. You will prepare pastry items to exacting standards, support kitchen operations, and ensure proper temperatures and stock levels throughout service.

The role emphasizes hotel experience, physical ability to lift up to 100 lbs, and clear communication with staff and servers. Competitive benefits and a dynamic coastal work environment accompany the position.