Pastry Chef

HEI Hotels; United States; Remote; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discount hotel stays

Discount spa services

Discount golf

Discount food & beverage

Discount retail

YouDecide program

Job summary

HEI Hotels & Resorts is seeking an experienced kitchen leader to plan and oversee production for the hotel’s restaurant(s) and room service. You will manage culinary teams, oversee menu costing, and ensure safety and quality in all kitchen operations, reporting to the Executive Chef.

The role requires strong leadership, cost-control skills, and a track record of delivering high-quality guest experiences in luxury hotel settings. Join a team committed to excellence and guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Culinary experience in hotel or resort settings.
• Strong leadership and people-management abilities.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production, prep and presentation for the hotel's restaurants and room service.
• Lead kitchen staff; hire, train, schedule, coach and evaluate performance.
• Schedule sanitation, maintenance and safety in the kitchen.
• Monitor labor and food costs; prepare reports to meet budgets.
• Assist Executive Chef with menu costing and implementation; cover in absence.
• Ensure attendance and reliable work patterns; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Culinary experience

Hotel operations

Leadership

Staff development

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Culinary education desirable

Post-secondary education

Job description

About Us

Within the sweeping panorama of the north Georgia foothills, Chateau Élan began with the planting of the vineyards in 1981. From these lush vines has grown a 3,500 acre conference and leisure destination. We welcome your interest in applying for a position with Chateau Élan Winery & Resort. For many years, we have served our guests with the highest level of products and service in luxury resorts. We owe our growth and success to our associates who have served our guests with dedication and pride. The key to our continued growth is found in satisfying and exceeding our guests’ expectations. We look for people with personality, energy, enthusiasm and commitment. We nurture and train our associates throughout their tenure here. They, in turn, provide the highest level of guest service making Chateau Élan the special place it is today.

We are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description.

We value U.S. military experience and invite all qualified military candidates to apply.

Compensation Tipped/Service Charge Eligible? No Discretionary Performance Bonus Eligible? No Overview Plan and manage the kitchen staff in the procurement, production, preparation and presentation of all food for the hotel in a safe, sanitary work environment which conforms to all standards and regulations and achieves profitable, competitive, quality products.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage the daily production, preparation and presentation of all food for the hotel's restaurant(s) and room service to ensure a quality, consistent product is produced which conforms to all HEI Franchise standards.
• Manage Human Resources in the production and preparation areas of the kitchen in order to attract, retain and motivate the associates while providing a safe work environment; interview, hire, schedule, train, develop, empower, coach and counsel, recommend and conduct performance and salary reviews, provide open communication vehicles, recommend discipline and termination, as appropriate.
• Schedule and manage the maintenance/sanitation of the kitchen, equipment, and related areas to ensure a healthy, safe work environment which meets/exceeds federal, state, corporate and franchise standards and regulations.
• Monitor, analyze and control all labor and food costs; prepare the appropriate reports, charts and schedules to ensure budgets are met/exceeded while quality is maintained/improved.
• Promote the Accident Prevention Program to minimize liabilities and related expenses.
• Assist the Executive Chef in the creation, costing and implementation of seasonal and special menus.
• Should assume the responsibilities of the Executive Chef in his/her absence.
• Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis.
• Manage the daily production, preparation and presentation of all baking/pastry for all of the hotel's restaurant(s), catering, and room service to ensure a quality, consistent product is produced which conforms to all HEI Franchise standards.
• Manage Human Resources in the production and preparation areas of the kitchen in order to attract, retain and motivate the associates while providing a safe work environment; interview, hire, schedule, train, develop, empower, coach and counsel, recommend and conduct performance and salary reviews, provide open communication vehicles, recommend discipline and termination, as appropriate.
• Schedule and manage the maintenance and sanitation of the kitchen, equipment and related areas to ensure a healthy, safe work environment which meets or exceeds federal, state, corporate and franchise standards and regulations.
• Perform any other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills

• Two+ years of post high school education, culinary education is desirable.
• Five+ years of employment in a related position.
• Hotel experience preferred.
• Requires advanced knowledge of the principles and practices within the food profession.
• This includes experiential knowledge required for management of people and/or complex problems and food and beverage management.
• Knowledge of hotel operations, including marketing plans, security and safety programs, personnel and labor relations, preparation of business plans, repairs, maintenance, budget forecasting, quality assurance programs, hospitality law, and long-range planning.
• Leadership skills to motivate and develop staff and to ensure accomplishment of goals.
• Ability to work effectively under time constraints and deadlines.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to adapt communication style to suit different audiences, such as effectively communicating with supervisors, coworkers, public etc.

Benefits

• Perks include but are not limited to discount hotel stays, discount spa services, discount golf, discount food and beverage, discount retail as well as access to the YouDecide discount program.
• YouDecide offerings include negotiated pricing arrangements for vacation destinations, hotels, vacation planning, rental cars, movie tickets/rentals, consumer electronics, consumer goods and services, personal services and even discounts on cell phones and plans.
• For your physical and mental wellness we offer competitive Medical and Dental programs through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as Vision insurance programs through EyeMed.
• Our Vacation, Sick and Holiday programs are available for you to rejuvenate with time off.
• HEI also provides pet insurance through the ASPCA.
• For your financial wellness, HEI provides a wide array of coverage, including Supplemental, Spousal and Child Life insurance as well as Short and Long-Term Disability plans.
• Our 401(k) Savings Plan with matching funds, and discounts through our 'YouDecide' and Hotel Room Discount programs provide additional incentives for choosing HEI as the employer of your future.
• We proudly partner with DailyPay, a voluntary benefit that allows our associates access to their earnings when they want them.

We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

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