Bakery Chef

Marriott St. Louis Grand is a renowned luxury hotel located in the heart of St. Louis, Missouri. Known for its elegant accommodations, impeccable service, and world-class amenities, Marriott St. Louis Grand is a distinguished part of Marriott International, one of the world's leading hospitality companies. Marriott International is celebrated for its commitment to diversity, inclusion, and providing equal employment opportunities regardless of an individual's background. The hotel offers an inviting and dynamic environment for both guests and employees, emphasizing professional growth, creativity, and a strong team culture. Marriott St. Louis Grand is a vibrant workplace where each team member is valued and encouraged to contribute to the company's legacy of excellence.

Join Marriott St. Louis Grand's culinary team as a Bakery Chef and bring your passion for baking to life. As a Bakery Chef, you will play a crucial role in crafting high-quality pastries, breads, and desserts that not only taste exceptional but also meet Marriott's strict standards for appearance, flavor, and food safety. This position requires a dedication to innovation, precision, and maintaining consistency across all bakery products. You will follow standardized recipes and presentation guidelines to ensure every item is prepared with accuracy and care. Daily responsibilities include measuring, blending, dividing, and organizing components for baking tasks, as well as operating and maintaining baking machinery and kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.

In this role, you will be responsible for monitoring ovens and appliances to verify correct cooking times and temperatures. Maintaining a clean and safe kitchen environment is essential, including adhering to food safety and sanitation procedures, such as proper food storage, personal hygiene, and cleanliness of the work area. Preparation and breakdown of workstations according to kitchen protocols are also part of your daily routine. The Bakery Chef position requires a keen eye for detail to maintain uniform quality and consistency in every batch produced during the shift.

You will collaborate professionally with team members and guests, helping to foster a positive and cooperative work environment. Supporting colleagues and contributing to a productive team dynamic is important to success in this role. Additionally, you may be assigned extra tasks or responsibilities from managers that contribute to the overall operations of the culinary department.

Physically, this role demands stamina and dexterity, including standing or moving for long periods, lifting up to 25 pounds, and performing various physical movements such as bending, twisting, and reaching. While prior supervisory experience is not required, a passion for baking and willingness to learn is essential. This position is ideal for candidates with less than one year of experience in baking, pastry, or kitchen operations who are looking to build their culinary career within a supportive and prestigious hospitality environment.

Marriott International offers competitive benefits, such as health insurance, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plans, paid time off, and life and disability insurance. These benefits contribute to employees' overall wellness and work-life balance. Working at Marriott St. Louis Grand means joining a company dedicated to nurturing talent and fostering an inclusive culture that values diversity, personal identity, and professional development.