Executive Pastry Chef - Regent Santa Monica Beach

IHG • Santa Monica, CA

21h • $110,000 - $120,000

About The Position

We are searching for a highly skilled and creative Executive Pastry Chef. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in creating innovative and visually stunning pastries, desserts, wedding cakes, amenities and confections while maintaining the highest standards of quality and consistency. The Executive Pastry Chef will oversee the Pastry department, ensuring exceptional service and a memorable guest experience.
Reporting to the Executive Chef, every day is different, but your essential functions will include the following:
Develop and create unique, innovative, and visually appealing pastries, desserts, and confections for various outlets within the hotel, including restaurants, banquets, and in-room dining.
Collaborate with the culinary team to develop seasonal and special event menus, incorporating new techniques and trends.
Oversee and manage the day-to-day operations of the pastry department, including staff scheduling, inventory control, and budget management.
Train, mentor, and supervise pastry team members, fostering a positive and efficient work environment.
Ensure strict adherence to food safety, sanitation, and quality standards, following HACCP guidelines and local health department regulations.
Collaborate with other departments, such as catering and events, to provide exceptional service and guest experiences.
Maintain and develop relationships with vendors to ensure the highest quality ingredients and supplies are available.
Continuously research and implement new techniques, equipment, and industry trends to maintain a competitive edge in the market.
Participate in hotel promotional activities, such as cooking demonstrations, media events, and guest interactions.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a high-end pastry kitchen, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or management role.
• Culinary degree or certification from a recognized culinary institution, with a focus on pastry arts preferred.
• Proven track record of creating visually stunning and innovative pastries, desserts, and confections.
• Extensive knowledge of various pastry techniques, ingredients, and equipment.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills, with the ability to motivate and manage a diverse team.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Familiarity with food safety regulations and HACCP guidelines.
• Open to relocation across the U.S. to support career development and operational needs.
• Able to work varied shifts including holidays and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Develop and create unique, innovative, and visually appealing pastries, desserts, and confections for various outlets within the hotel, including restaurants, banquets, and in-room dining.
• Collaborate with the culinary team to develop seasonal and special event menus, incorporating new techniques and trends.
• Oversee and manage the day-to-day operations of the pastry department, including staff scheduling, inventory control, and budget management.
• Train, mentor, and supervise pastry team members, fostering a positive and efficient work environment.
• Ensure strict adherence to food safety, sanitation, and quality standards, following HACCP guidelines and local health department regulations.
• Collaborate with other departments, such as catering and events, to provide exceptional service and guest experiences.
• Maintain and develop relationships with vendors to ensure the highest quality ingredients and supplies are available.
• Continuously research and implement new techniques, equipment, and industry trends to maintain a competitive edge in the market.
• Participate in hotel promotional activities, such as cooking demonstrations, media events, and guest interactions.

Benefits

• We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time-off, wellness and sick time, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401k plan, complimentary parking, employee cafeteria meals, and many other benefits to eligible colleagues.
• Hotel discounts worldwide are available as well as access to a wide variety of discount programs and the chance to work with a great team of people.
• Most importantly, we'll give you the room to be yourself.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree