Head Pastry Chef

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Job Description For Head Pastry Chef

Head Pastry Chef

Common Law

78000

Exploring your full potential and reaching career goals is a journey of self-discovery and ambition. It involves setting clear, achievable objectives, continuous learning, and embracing challenges along the way. Join us as at The Westin Melbourne as a Head Pastry Chef to feel empowered by career growth opportunities in a people-first environment. We invest in individuals so they can transform their day-to-day tasks into steppingstones towards a fulfilling career path. At The Westin Melbourne, we rise to make each day better for our guests, our communities and each other.

Discover Culinary Excellence at The Westin Melbourne

At The Westin Melbourne, our food and beverage offerings extend far beyond the ordinary, with Allegro, our signature fine dining restaurant, serving an extensive breakfast daily, Event spaces spaces and the renowned high tea experience in our Lobby Lounge, each moment is crafted to perfection.

Join our talented pastry department, where your expertise will shine and your skills will reach new heights. Lead a passionate team that take pride in delivering exquisite pastries, complementing our high tea service, and creating unforgettable culinary experiences for our guests.

Elevate your craft with us at The Westin Melbourne - where every dish tells a story.

About You:

You will have :

• Passion for Designing and implementing creative food concepts
• Relevant experience in a similar role minimum 4 years in a 5 star kitchen
• Experience in multiple operations like high tea, events, ala carte desserts etc.
• Working rights in Australia (we cannot offer sponsorship for this position)
• Self-motivated, driven and energized in a fast-paced environment
• Armed with smart solutions and a can-do attitude

The Role

• Create innovative pastry menus that reflect current trends and the Westin Melbourne Brand and
• Oversee production ensuring quality and consistency
• Inspire, lead and train a small team of pastry chefs
• Manage food costs, minimizing waste
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure the delivery of an excellent guest experience
• Comply with food and health safety requirements

Our Benefits:

• Exclusive staff discounts on food and beverage and hotel rooms (including all properties within the Marriott International group) for you, your family and friends
• Be part of Life with the Works program where you can enjoy flexible working hours & locations, time off to pursue your passion through sabbatical leave, and paid leave during your birthday month
• Grow, develop, and progress with internationally recognized training programs, unlimited strategic development and exciting career opportunities within the Marriott International group
• Genuine care for associates' physical, emotional and financial wellbeing through our Employee Assistance Program
• Opportunity to receive Employee Referral Incentives and get paid for working with your friend
• Work for the Largest Hotel Network in the World which values equality, diversity and inclusiveness

Westin Hotels and Resorts are part of Marriott International's Premium portfolio, which has committed to putting people first for 90+ years. Apply now!

At Westin, we are committed to empowering guests to regain control and enhance their well-being when they need it most while traveling, ensuring they can be the best version of themselves. To achieve the brand mission of becoming the preeminent wellness brand in hospitality, we need passionate and engaged associates to bring the brand's unique programming to life. We want our associates to embrace their own well-being practices both on and off property. You are the ideal Westin candidate if you are passionate; you are active and take pride in how you maintain your well-being; you are optimistic; you are adventurous. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing globalteam, and become the best version of you.