Executive Pastry Chef

Menu Development and Innovation

• Design and create innovative pastry menus that align with the Fairmont brand and delight guests.
• Develop seasonal and special occasion desserts that cater to the hotels diverse clientele.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef and other culinary leaders to integrate pastry offerings into the overall dining experience.

Leadership and Staff Management

• Lead mentor and manage the pastry team including pastry chefs bakers and assistants.
• Conduct training sessions to ensure high skill levels and adherence to Fairmonts culinary standards.
• Schedule and assign tasks to pastry staff ensuring efficient and effective operations.

Quality Control

• Maintain the highest quality standards for all pastry and bakery items.
• Conduct regular tastings and quality checks to ensure consistency and excellence.
• Monitor food presentation ensuring all items are visually appealing and meet the hotels standards.

Operational Management

• Oversee the daytoday operations of the pastry kitchen ensuring smooth and efficient workflow.
• Manage inventory order supplies and control costs while minimizing waste.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations maintaining a clean and organized work environment.

Guest Experience

• Engage with guests to understand their preferences and incorporate feedback into menu development.
• Create bespoke desserts for special events VIP guests and occasions.
• Ensure that all guest interactions reflect Fairmonts commitment to luxury service.

Financial Management

• Develop and manage the pastry departments budget ensuring profitability while maintaining quality.
• Monitor food costs labor costs and overall financial performance.
• Implement costsaving measures without compromising on quality or guest experience.

Collaboration and Communication

• Work closely with the Food & Beverage Director Executive Chef and other department heads to align pastry operations with the hotels overall strategy.
• Participate in culinary events promotions and media appearances to showcase the hotels pastry offerings.
• Foster a positive and collaborative work environment encouraging creativity and teamwork.

Other Responsibilities

• Maintain complete knowledge of all F&B services contents & preparation methods outlets and hotel services/features.
• Apply necessary precautions with regards to the hotel food safety and hygiene standards (HACCP).
• Be well versed in hotel fire & life safety/emergency procedures.
• Attend all briefings meetings and trainings as assigned by management.
• Maintain a high standard of personal appearance and hygiene at all time.
• Perform other reasonable duties assigned by the assigned by the Management of the Hotel.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications :

• Diploma from a reputable Hospitality Management / Culinary school preferred.
• Additional certification(s) in Food & Beverage will be an advantage.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in managing food production & culinary operations in a hotel gained from working in key cities / resorts destinations globally.
• Excellent reading writing and oral proficiency in English language.
• Ability to speak other languages and basic understanding of local languages will be an advantage.
• Good working knowledge of MS Excel Word & PowerPoint.
• High degree of professionalism with sound human resources management and business acumen capabilities.

Additional Information :

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Fulltime