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Pyramid Global Hospitality is a leading hospitality management company with a portfolio of more than 200 hotels and resorts and over 18,000 associates across the United States, Caribbean, and Europe. Our platform includes Benchmark Resorts & Hotels, a collection of distinctive independent properties; Axiom Hospitality, our European hotel management company; and PYRAMIDWORKS, which provides integrated workplace and facilities services. With corporate offices in Boston, The Woodlands, Texas, and London, Pyramid combines global scale with a hands-on approach focused on exceptional service, operational excellence, and long-term partnerships.

At Pyramid, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating an environment where associates are respected, supported, and empowered to grow their careers. Team members have the opportunity to collaborate directly with experienced leaders, take on meaningful stretch assignments, and gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of properties, brands, and markets. Whether you are beginning your hospitality career or bringing years of experience, you'll find opportunities to learn, develop, and make an impact.

Our commitment to associates, guests, owners, and the communities we serve has helped make Pyramid and our properties among the most recognized in hospitality. From being named among the best places to work by respected publications such as USA Today, The Boston Globe, and The Houston Chronicle to earning top travel accolades from Travel + Leisure, Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes Travel Guide, and U.S. News & World Report, these recognitions reflect the culture, service excellence, and commitment to people that define the Pyramid experience.

About our property:

What you will have an opportunity to do:

We are looking for a leader and someone passionate about the culinary arts to join our Culinary team as a Pastry Chef. This individual must have extensive experience working in a high-volume professional kitchen and be a college graduate in the culinary arts. This individual must be creative, motivated, and a passionate hands-on leader in the kitchen! Successful candidates for this role will have a proven track record of work with creative menus which reflect seasonal availability based on the concept of the restaurant, responds in a professional and courteous manner to guests and team, and enjoys being a teacher of the culinary arts supporting their team both personally and professionally.

The Pastry Chef will assist with planning and execution of the daily production, preparation, and presentation of all Pastry items for the hotel in a safe, sanitary work environment which conforms to all standards and regulations and achieves profitable competitive quality products.

If you have a passion for the Culinary arts and are looking to join a team where you can develop your skills, the skills of your team and grow a career, then we want you!

Your Role:

The Pastry Chef is responsible for the preparation and baking of cakes, cookies, pies, puddings, or desserts. For the oversight of the culinary operations of the hotel, ensuring high-quality food production, menu innovation and cost control. Must maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, and presentation while enhancing the guest dining experience.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Oversee all production of pastry goods.
• Maintain a professional attitude, demeanor and appearance. Always wear proper uniform.
  • Produce accurate quantities of food, following the recipes and philosophies of Stonewall Resort.
  • Use products to their full potential, minimizing waste and using proper food rotation principles.
  • Oversee production needs pertaining to shift on duty.
  • Communicate effectively with peers and supervisors.
  • Flexibility in dealing with business levels and front of house.
  • Must leave work area clean and sanitized at end of each shift.
  • Carry out the policies and procedures of Stonewall Resort and Benchmark Hospitality International while maintaining the highest degree of professionalism and teamwork atmosphere as per standards of service.

• Supervise the design, decoration and plating of various pastries and desserts for Banquet Service and all Restaurant Outlets, while assisting with large events.

• Train and lead Pastry employees in the proper preparation and presentation of menu items,equipmentand machine safety.

• Continually review menus and items, while coordinating with the Executive Chef to update the menus as appropriate, including recipes, menu specifications, and productions forecasts.

• Create and maintain a highly functional, teamwork-oriented pastry team.

• Assist the Executive Chef and Sous Chef with special projects as assigned.
• Provide assistance in other job classification as determined necessary by immediate superior.

What are we looking for?

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED

Strong organizational and analytical skills, along with demonstrated ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced work environment.

High School Diploma or equivalent

At lease 2 years of pastry experience in a professional kitchen in a high-volume operation.

Graduate of an Apprenticeship or Culinary School preferred but not required.

Ability to work flexible hours. Maybe required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays.

Compensation:

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Pyramid Global Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.