Pastry Lead Chef: Craft Dessert Art & Team Mentorship

1 Hotels; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Starwood Hotels is seeking a fast-learning, highly creative Pastry Chef to lead the pastry team at all levels, from production to exquisite presentation. You will mentor the team through leading by example and a hands-on approach to enhance the department and guest experience.

We value collaboration, innovation, and a passion for desserts, with a background of 3+ years in pastry and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of pastry experience in a professional kitchen.
• Post-secondary diploma or degree preferred.
• Strong leadership with experience mentoring teams and managing costs.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Willingness to work in a 24-hour operation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the pastry team from production to exquisite presentation.
• Mentor and develop team through hands-on leadership.
• Collaborate to enhance guest experience with high-quality desserts.
• Ensure quality, consistency, and cost control across products.

Skills

Pastry production

Leadership

Guest engagement

Communication

Education

Diploma or degree in Culinary Arts

Job description

Starwood Hotels is seeking a fast-learning, highly creative Pastry Chef to lead the pastry team at all levels, from production to exquisite presentation. You will mentor the team through leading by example and a hands-on approach to enhance the department and guest experience.

We value collaboration, innovation, and a passion for desserts, with a background of 3+ years in pastry and excellent communication skills.