Pastry Chef

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

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 Starwood Hotels, we hire people who believe in collaboration, thrive on innovation, respect nature and love to eat, especially dessert! Our Pastry team finds 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 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.

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.