Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $21.50 - $37.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
Cigna medical
Dental Insurance
401k Retirement
Parental leave
comprehensive benefits
Training and Development
Complimentary accommodations
Complimentary employee meals
Job Description
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts is a globally renowned luxury hospitality company that is committed to delivering memorable experiences through exceptional service. With a strong presence worldwide, Four Seasons is distinguished by its dedication to quality, innovation, and its people-first philosophy. The organization values the individual, fostering a culture of mutual respect and a collaborative spirit among team members. Four Seasons believes that the key to providing unparalleled guest experiences lies in cultivating a world-class employee experience and nurturing a company culture that prioritizes growth, excellence, and genuine connections. This ethos drives the company’s mission to create indelible impressions for guests, residents, and partners alike, ensuring that every interaction reflects the highest standards of luxury hospitality.
At the heart of Four Seasons' Napa Valley location lies a unique wine country resort that epitomizes luxury and elegance. Set within a world-class vineyard, this resort offers guests an extraordinary experience in the food and wine capital of North America. The property features Michelin-starred dining at its restaurant Auro, which presents innovative and seasonal cuisine crafted to highlight local ingredients and the rich terroir of the Napa region. Guests enjoy holistic spa treatments at Spa Talisa, exceptional personalized service, and breathtaking views of the Napa Valley. This Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star resort combines natural beauty with refined hospitality, creating an environment where guests can savor the best of lifestyle, cuisine, and wine.
The opportunity is for an experienced Auro Pastry Chef who will report to the Auro Executive Chef and play a vital role within the culinary team. This full-time, high-responsibility position entails creating exquisite, high-quality pastry dishes that enhance the fine dining experience at Auro. The Pastry Chef will manage the daily operations of the pastry/bakery section, oversee the preparation and plating of desserts, and lead a team dedicated to delivering consistent excellence. The role also involves menu planning in collaboration with the Executive Chef, focusing on seasonality, culinary trends, and guest preferences to craft desserts that perfectly complement the tasting menu format.
The Auro Pastry Chef will be instrumental in controlling food quality, freshness, and cost, while managing inventory, ordering, and labor expenses effectively. Essential duties include team management, recruitment, training, coaching, and performance evaluation to maintain a motivated and skilled workforce. The role requires a blend of culinary artistry, business acumen, and leadership skills to ensure the pastry department operates smoothly and meets the high standards associated with Four Seasons. Compliance with sanitation and safety regulations, fostering a professional kitchen environment, and maintaining food quality and cost control are also key components of this position.
This role offers a competitive salary range of $80,000 to $83,000 per year, based on experience, and includes a $1,000 signing bonus for external candidates. The compensation package is complemented by comprehensive benefits such as Cigna medical and dental plans after 30 days of employment, 401k retirement options, parental leave pay, training opportunities, and complimentary accommodations at other Four Seasons properties. The position requires full-time availability with flexible shifts to support continuous operations.
Overall, this role is ideal for a passionate pastry chef who thrives in a luxury, high-pressure environment and is committed to culinary innovation, teamwork, and delivering unforgettable guest experiences. Candidates who excel in classic and modern pastry techniques, demonstrate strong leadership and organizational skills, and possess a refined approach to dessert creation are encouraged to apply and become part of the prestigious Four Seasons team at Napa Valley.
At the heart of Four Seasons' Napa Valley location lies a unique wine country resort that epitomizes luxury and elegance. Set within a world-class vineyard, this resort offers guests an extraordinary experience in the food and wine capital of North America. The property features Michelin-starred dining at its restaurant Auro, which presents innovative and seasonal cuisine crafted to highlight local ingredients and the rich terroir of the Napa region. Guests enjoy holistic spa treatments at Spa Talisa, exceptional personalized service, and breathtaking views of the Napa Valley. This Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star resort combines natural beauty with refined hospitality, creating an environment where guests can savor the best of lifestyle, cuisine, and wine.
The opportunity is for an experienced Auro Pastry Chef who will report to the Auro Executive Chef and play a vital role within the culinary team. This full-time, high-responsibility position entails creating exquisite, high-quality pastry dishes that enhance the fine dining experience at Auro. The Pastry Chef will manage the daily operations of the pastry/bakery section, oversee the preparation and plating of desserts, and lead a team dedicated to delivering consistent excellence. The role also involves menu planning in collaboration with the Executive Chef, focusing on seasonality, culinary trends, and guest preferences to craft desserts that perfectly complement the tasting menu format.
The Auro Pastry Chef will be instrumental in controlling food quality, freshness, and cost, while managing inventory, ordering, and labor expenses effectively. Essential duties include team management, recruitment, training, coaching, and performance evaluation to maintain a motivated and skilled workforce. The role requires a blend of culinary artistry, business acumen, and leadership skills to ensure the pastry department operates smoothly and meets the high standards associated with Four Seasons. Compliance with sanitation and safety regulations, fostering a professional kitchen environment, and maintaining food quality and cost control are also key components of this position.
This role offers a competitive salary range of $80,000 to $83,000 per year, based on experience, and includes a $1,000 signing bonus for external candidates. The compensation package is complemented by comprehensive benefits such as Cigna medical and dental plans after 30 days of employment, 401k retirement options, parental leave pay, training opportunities, and complimentary accommodations at other Four Seasons properties. The position requires full-time availability with flexible shifts to support continuous operations.
Overall, this role is ideal for a passionate pastry chef who thrives in a luxury, high-pressure environment and is committed to culinary innovation, teamwork, and delivering unforgettable guest experiences. Candidates who excel in classic and modern pastry techniques, demonstrate strong leadership and organizational skills, and possess a refined approach to dessert creation are encouraged to apply and become part of the prestigious Four Seasons team at Napa Valley.
Job Requirements
- College degree preferred specializing in hotel/restaurant management or culinary arts, or equivalent experience required
- At least 2 years' experience in a pastry leadership role within a fine dining or Michelin-level kitchen
- Experience developing plated desserts that reflect seasonality and complement a tasting menu format
- Mastery of classic and modern pastry techniques
- Strong business acumen
- Attention to detail, organization and cleanliness
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to be a team collaborator
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Ability to multi-task in a high volume environment
- Ability to operate computer equipment and culinary production tools
- Proficiency in English reading, writing and speaking
Job Qualifications
- College degree preferred specializing in hotel/restaurant management or culinary arts, or equivalent experience
- At least 2 years' experience in a pastry leadership role within a fine dining or Michelin-level kitchen
- Preferred experience in a luxury hotel in food and beverage service or related work
- Experience developing plated desserts that reflect seasonality and complement a tasting menu format
- Mastery of classic and modern pastry techniques with a refined, ingredient-focused approach
- Thoughtful and disciplined pastry professional with passion for refined technique, elegant presentation, and flavor-driven innovation
- Strong business acumen
- Keen attention to detail, organization and cleanliness
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to be a team collaborator
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to handle difficult situations
- Collaborative, calm under pressure, and committed to high standards of kitchen professionalism
- Ability to multi-task in a high volume and demanding environment
- Ability to operate computer equipment and other food and beverage computer systems
- Ability to operate and utilize culinary production equipment and tools
- Reading, writing and oral proficiency in the English language
Job Duties
- Manage all day-to-day operations of the pastry/bakery section of the kitchen
- Oversee prep, plating, and timely service of all pastry items during service
- Manage team members in the kitchen to attract, retain and motivate the employees while providing a safe environment
- Hire, train, develop, empower, coach and counsel, conduct performance reviews, resolve problems, provide open communication vehicles and discipline and terminate as appropriate
- Lead the execution and development of all pastry and dessert components for the tasting menu
- Collaborate with Executive Chef on the creation of menus, incorporating seasonal ingredients, culinary trends, and guest preferences
- Control labor and operating expenses through effective scheduling, ordering, budgeting, purchasing decisions, and inventory control
- Manage all procurement and ordering processes for the department through Birchstreet, ensuring accuracy, vendor consistency, and adherence to purchasing specifications
- Properly use systems to manage labor and payroll (OnTrack, Workday, ADP)
- Attend labor meeting to explain labor, staffing, business
- Manage department labor/schedule and complete payroll for department
- Organize and lead restaurant events (buyouts, outside catering, holiday activations)
- Work closely with other departments and/or clients to discuss upcoming events
- Attend various organizational meetings (BEO, Resume, morning meeting) and outline culinary deliverables
- Properly communicate and collaborate with restaurant managers to ensure guest expectations are met
- Ensure that sanitation standards as set forth by Four Seasons, local, state, and federal regulations are in compliance as well as the cleanliness and organization of the kitchen
- Maintain control systems which will assure quality and portion consistency
- Monitor food shipments to ensure they meet established purchasing specifications
- Foster an awareness of the importance of food preparation and quality
- Monitor and control the food cost by creative menu planning, keeping waste to a minimum and low par
- Comply with Four Seasons' Category One and Category Two Work Rules and Standards of Conduct as set forth in EmPact
- Work harmoniously and professionally with co-workers and supervisors
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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