Pastry Chef

Job description / Role

Company Description

Why work for Accor?
We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor's limitless possibilities.

Job Description

We are looking to grow our team and engage a highly motivated and passionate Pastry Chef who will work closely with the team to drive and deliver on the Fairmont promise, turning moments into memories.

- Work closely with the Executive Chef to curate, plan and supervise all stages of the food at all banquet events in a cost-effective, safe manner to meet as well as exceed customer expectations and attract future business.
- Work closely with team to prepare destination offerings for pastry and themed events
- Assist in creation and planning of menus and implement changes to continue to attract business
- Supervise the daily production of food for all the catered events; control food and costs, ensure preparation, plating and presentation standards are maintained, the appropriate quantity of food is prepared and safety standards and regulations are followed to provide top quality food.
- Display leadership, training and mentorship to the pastry team
- Provide training and development for culinary team members
- Preparing quality pastry items such as: breakfast breads and pastries, desserts, sorbets, creams, ganache, amenities, displays, and centerpieces, as well as creating memorable guest request

Requirements

Qualifications

- University degree preferable in Hospitality or Culinary management
- Minimum 4 years of relevant experience in a luxurious property
- Preferably previous experience in a similar role
- Strong experience in Pastry & Bakery
- Creative mind
- Creative and passionate about food and customer service
- Able to work in a high-pressure environment
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; a team
- Hands-on management style with ability to prioritize and lead through example
- Excellent organizational and communication skills

About the Company

A caring employer providing respect, training and career development for our employees. An attractive employer offering more than 100 professions across the 5 continents.

We are much more than a world leader. We are 250,000 hoteliers with the same shared passion for welcoming. We take care of millions of guests in our 4,300 addresses and on our digital platforms. As an operator and franchisor (HotelServices), owner and investor (HotelInvest), we invest all our energy into making "Feel Welcome" resonate as the finest hotel promise.

From luxury to economy and in every corner of the globe, AccorHotels'​ more than 20 brands meet all the needs of business and leisure travelers seeking comfort, attention and high-quality services.