Executive Chef of Pastry | Full-Time | Allegiant Stadium

Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development management and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched 360-degree solution set for a collection of world-class owned venues and a client roster that includes the most influential highest attended arenas convention centers music festivals performing arts centers and cultural institutions on the planet.

Allegiant Stadium is looking for an Executive Chef of Pastry to manage and support the production of a variety of desserts at this busy venue. We are looking for a passionate and creative talent who has great attention to detail and a wide range of pastry skills. The ideal candidate will be well-versed in culinary arts with a passion for pastry and with a good knowledge of the main pastry disciplines. The successful candidate with have a good experience in different pastry fields as well as different genres of candidates require great efficiency and focus good communication skills a pleasant friendly attitude and a strong passion for hospitality and growth.

This role pays an annual salary of $110000-$120000.

For Full-Time roles: Benefits: Health Dental and Vision insurance 401(k) savings plan 401(k) matching and paid time off (vacation days sick days and 11 holidays).

This position will remain open until December 5 2025.

• Develop and execute innovative and seasonal dessert menus for concessions premium suites catering events and restaurants within the stadium.
• Responsible for method of service production and baking to ensure all items are prepared to meet deadlines and standards.
• Adapt menus to accommodate special dietary needs and preferences.
• Manage and support line level pastry team.
• Properly execute plated desserts with varying components to standards set.
• Ensure proper labeling and storage of all ingredients and finished products.
• Work closely with the catering and events teams to ensure seamless execution of dessert services for all events.
• Taste and review pastry products on a daily basis to ensure quality and consistency with preparation and presentation.
• Identify and communicate suggestions to the VP of Culinary/Sr. Executive Chef for policies and procedures to improve the operation.
• Oversee menu creation and pastry items which include cakes petit fours ice creams and sorbets plated desserts and vegan baking.
• Have strong communication skills to ensure the team is constantly being challenged and improving.
• Perform master inventory; check all quantities and quality and determine a master prep list for the location.
• Manage other kitchen staff as well as keeping an eye out for problems that arise in the kitchen and seizing control of a situation at a moments notice.
• Be able to effectively inspire staff members to go above and beyond the expectations of their particular roles as well as discipline under-performing staff members.
• Recruit train and manage pastry staff fostering a positive and productive work environment.
• Schedule and manage staff to ensure adequate coverage for all events.
• Ensure all pastry equipment is properly maintained and functioning.
• Complete other tasks and all closing requirements as directed.
• Enforce all kitchen policies and procedures including safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Maintain strict adherence to all food safety and sanitation regulations (HACCP).
• Have working knowledge of inventory ordering systems.
• Work during all scheduled events which will include nights weekends and holidays.
• Ensure high performance and overall excellence & hospitality in the Pastry Department throughout each days specific service periods ensure consistent execution of pastry offerings and timely flow of service.

• 5 yrsof experience as a Pastry Chef preferably in a high-volume environment (e.g. hotels resorts event venues stadiums).
• Food Handler/Sanitation Certified.
• Culinary Degree with emphasis in pastry highly preferred.
• Proven ability to create innovative and visually appealing desserts.
• Comprehensive understanding of proper pastry methods techniques and standards.
• Experience with large quantity production.
• Experience with inventory control.
• Ability to lead various pastry teams build team morale and inspire.
• Ability to work independently with minimal direct supervision.
• Ability to produce and cook alongside a team.
• Must be organized and detail-oriented.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and work well in an environment with time constraints.
• Ability to be flexible and handle last-minute changes.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 30 lbs.

At OVG we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation strengthens ourpeople improves ourservice and raises ourexcellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.

Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (protected class) including but not limited to veteran status uniform service member status race color religion sex national origin age physical or mental disability genetic information or any other protected class under federal state or local law.