Pastry Chef

BENCHMARK; Roanoke, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Pyramid Global Hospitality is seeking a Pastry Chef for Stonewall Resort, a high-volume lakeside property. You will lead pastry production, design desserts, and mentor a team to deliver inspired menus for Banquet and Restaurant outlets.

The ideal candidate has strong organizational and culinary skills, a culinary degree or apprenticeship preferred, and flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays in a hospitality environment, with a focus on safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational and analytical skills; able to multi-task in a fast-paced kitchen.
• High School Diploma or equivalent is required; culinary education or apprenticeship preferred.
• 2+ years pastry experience in a high-volume professional kitchen is expected. Graduate of culinary school or apprenticeship preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all production of pastry goods.
• Maintain a professional attitude, demeanor and appearance.
• Ensure accurate quantities follow recipes and Stonewall Resort philosophies.
• Minimize waste and enforce proper food rotation.
• Supervise pastry team and oversee plating for Banquet and Restaurant outlets.
• Train and lead pastry staff; ensure safe, sanitary operations and compliance with standards.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Multitasking

Creative leadership

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Culinary School or Apprenticeship

Job description

Pyramid Global Hospitality is a leading hospitality management company with a portfolio of more than 200 hotels and resorts and over 18,000 associates across the United States, Caribbean, and Europe. Our platform includes Benchmark Resorts & Hotels, a collection of distinctive independent properties; Axiom Hospitality, our European hotel management company; and PYRAMIDWORKS, which provides integrated workplace and facilities services. With corporate offices in Boston, The Woodlands, Texas, and London, Pyramid combines global scale with a hands-on approach focused on exceptional service, operational excellence, and long-term partnerships. At Pyramid, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating an environment where associates are respected, supported, and empowered to grow their careers. Team members have the opportunity to collaborate directly with experienced leaders, take on meaningful stretch assignments, and gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of properties, brands, and markets. Whether you are beginning your hospitality career or bringing years of experience, you'll find opportunities to learn, develop, and make an impact. Our commitment to associates, guests, owners, and the communities we serve has helped make Pyramid and our properties among the most recognized in hospitality. From being named among the best places to work by respected publications such as USA Today, The Boston Globe, and The Houston Chronicle to earning top travel accolades from Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Forbes Travel Guide, and U.S. News & World Report, these recognitions reflect the culture, service excellence, and commitment to people that define the Pyramid experience.

About our property: Moments away from the rest of the world, but a world away from it all, Stonewall Resort is a truly unique lakeside destination for vacations, meetings, weddings, reunions, and romantic getaways. Our rustic yet elegant Adirondack-style lodge and spectacular cottage collection is perched alongside quiet lake waters and the Arnold Palmer Signature Golf Course, while surrounded by 1,900 picture-perfect, "Close to Nature" park acres.

What you will have an opportunity to do:

We are looking for a leader and someone passionate about the culinary arts to join our Culinary team as a Pastry Chef. This individual must have extensive experience working in a high-volume professional kitchen and be a college graduate in the culinary arts. This individual must be creative, motivated, and a passionate hands‑on leader in the kitchen! Successful candidates for this role will have a proven track record of work with creative menus which reflect seasonal availability based on the concept of the restaurant, responds in a professional and courteous manner to guests and team, and enjoys being a teacher of the culinary arts supporting their team both personally and professionally. The Pastry Chef will assist with planning and execution of the daily production, preparation, and presentation of all Pastry items for the hotel in a safe, sanitary work environment which conforms to all standards and regulations and achieves profitable competitive quality products. If you have a passion for the Culinary arts and are looking to join a team where you can develop your skills, the skills of your team and grow a career, then we want you!

Your Role:

The Pastry Chef is responsible for the preparation and baking of cakes, cookies, pies, puddings, or desserts. For the oversight of the culinary operations of the hotel, ensuring high-quality food production, menu innovation and cost control. Must maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, and presentation while enhancing the guest dining experience.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Oversee all production of pastry goods.
• Maintain a professional attitude, demeanor and appearance.
• Always wear proper uniform.
• Produce accurate quantities of food, following the recipes and philosophies of Stonewall Resort.
• Use products to their full potential, minimizing waste and using proper food rotation principles.
• Oversee production needs pertaining to shift on duty.
• Communicate effectively with peers and supervisors.
• Flexibility in dealing with business levels and front of house.
• Must leave work area clean and sanitized at end of each shift.
• Carry out the policies and procedures of Stonewall Resort and Benchmark Hospitality International while maintaining the highest degree of professionalism and teamwork atmosphere as per standards of service.
• Supervise the design, decoration and plating of various pastries and desserts for Banquet Service and all Restaurant Outlets, while assisting with large events.
• Train and lead Pastry employees in the proper preparation and presentation of menu items, equipment and machine safety.
• Continually review menus and items, while coordinating with the Executive Chef to update the menus as appropriate, including recipes, menu specifications, and productions forecasts.
• Create and maintain a highly functional, teamwork-oriented pastry team.
• Assist the Executive Chef and Sous Chef with special projects as assigned.
• Provide assistance in other job classification as determined necessary by immediate superior.

What are we looking for?

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED

• Strong organizational and analytical skills, along with demonstrated ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced work environment.
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• At lease 2 years of pastry experience in a professional kitchen in a high-volume operation.
• Graduate of an Apprenticeship or Culinary School preferred but not required.
• Ability to work flexible hours. May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays.

Compensation:

Pyramid Global Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Actual compensation packages are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, years & depth of experience, certifications and specific office location. This may differ in other locations due to cost of labor considerations.