Pastry Lead

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc.; Valley (AL); Hybrid; USD 37,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Retirement Plan

Personal Days

Career Advancement

SH University

Team Recognition

Job summary

Treehouse Silicon Valley, part of Starwood Hotels, is seeking a Pastry Lead to spearhead our pastry and baking program. You will craft desserts, breads, ice creams, and doughs, guiding a creative culinary team in a dynamic kitchen serving banquets, casual dining, and Valley Goat.

You will oversee production across outlets, maintain consistency, ensure food safety, and mentor staff while collaborating with the broader culinary team to elevate dessert experiences.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional pastry and baking experience.
• Expertise in doughs, ice creams, and plated desserts.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills for multiple dining outlets.
• Commitment to quality, consistency, and creativity.

Responsibilities

• Lead pastry and baking program for desserts, breads, ice creams, and doughs.
• Execute high-quality recipes under culinary guidance.
• Oversee pastry production for all dining outlets including banquets, café, beer garden, and Valley Goat.
• Maintain consistency in presentation, flavor, and texture.
• Manage mise en place and ensure space cleanliness and organization.
• Assist with pastry ingredient inventory and storage.
• Guide and train team members in pastry techniques.

Skills

Pastry & baking

Dessert plating

Ice cream production

Dough preparation

High-volume kitchen

Mentoring team

Weights & measures

Job description

## Pastry LeadApply: Treehouse Silicon Valley: Full time: Posted Today: JR105824Grow 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.**Treehouse Silicon Valley**Welcome to Treehouse Hotel Silicon Valley! We’re more than just a hotel—we’re a hub of creativity and culinary excellence, offering an array of unique dining experiences. From large-scale banquet events to our casual Backyard café, the vibrant Beer Garden, and our signature restaurant Valley Goat by acclaimed chef Stephanie Izard, there’s a place here for every kind of cook. Whether you're starting your culinary journey or looking to hone advanced skills, we have a role for you in our dynamic kitchen team. Come be a part of a fun, collaborative environment where every day brings something exciting to the table!**Role Overview:**A Treehouse Pastry Lead is the creative and technical expert behind our pastry and baking program, responsible for crafting exceptional desserts, baked goods, ice creams, and other pastry needs. This role oversees all aspects of pastry preparation, from doughs to plated desserts, ensuring quality, consistency, and innovation. You’ll collaborate with the culinary team to execute menus that delight our guests across a variety of dining experiences, including banquets, casual dining, and our signature restaurant Valley Goat.**Key Responsibilities:*** Lead the pastry and baking program, including the preparation of desserts, breads, ice creams, and doughs.* Execute high-quality, creative recipes to specification, under the guidance of the culinary team.* Oversee the production of pastries and baked goods for all dining outlets, including banquets, café, beer garden, and restaurant service.* Maintain consistency in presentation, flavor, and texture across all pastry offerings.* Manage mise en place for pastry stations, ensuring readiness for service.* Adhere to and enforce food safety and sanitation standards, ensuring a clean and organized pastry production space.* Assist with inventory management, including ordering and proper storage of pastry-specific ingredients.* Provide guidance and training to team members on pastry techniques, fostering a collaborative and supportive environment.**Skills and Qualifications:*** 3+ years of professional experience in pastry and baking, preferably in high-volume or fine dining establishments.* Expertise in pastry techniques, including dough preparation, ice cream production, and dessert plating.* Strong organizational and multitasking skills to manage production for multiple dining outlets.* Attention to detail and a commitment to quality, consistency, and creativity.* Ability to collaborate with the broader culinary team to ensure seamless integration of pastry with other menu elements.* Familiarity with kitchen weights, measurements, and recipe adherence.* Flexibility to adapt to a fast-paced environment and meet the diverse needs of various dining programs.* Passion for pastry and a willingness to inspire and mentor others.**About us...**Our culture is caring and thoughtful, and we deliver good-natured and informed service, perfectly executed to evoke a sense of fulfillment and well-being. As a part of our team, you can look forward to activities and perks that drive your passion for nature such as:* Health & Wellness- Competitive Medical, Dental & Vision, and EAP program* Retirement Planning* Paid Personal Days* Career Advancement: Were growing rapidly and with growth comes advancement opportunities (around the globe)!* SH University - Offers eligible team members a chance to grow and flourish from obtaining professional development and courses/certifications through our exclusive online learning educational platform.* Team Member Recognition program - Earn rewards and pay it forward, while doing all the good you can!**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.$32/hrStarwood 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.