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Hyatt Hotels Corporation

Pastry Chef

Washington, DC, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $70,600.00 - $100,000.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Training and Development
Meal Allowances

Job Description

Blue Duck Tavern is an award-winning farm-to-table restaurant located within a luxurious hotel, celebrated for its commitment to locally sourced ingredients and exceptional American cuisine. Known for its open-kitchen concept, Blue Duck Tavern offers a welcoming environment where travelers and locals come together to enjoy high-quality culinary experiences in a vibrant and sophisticated setting. The restaurant emphasizes creativity, seasonality, and quality in every dish, making it a beloved destination for fine dining and special events. As part of the hotel’s culinary team, Blue Duck Tavern prides itself on delivering exceptional food and service while maintaining sustainable and community-focused practices. The... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Minimum of 3-5 years of progressive experience in pastry leadership roles preferably in a luxury hotel or fine dining setting
  • Strong administrative and organizational skills with experience in scheduling ordering and food cost control
  • Proficient in computer systems including Microsoft Office and basic kitchen management software
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills ability to work collaboratively across departments
  • Proven ability to produce consistent high-quality pastry items under pressure and tight timelines
  • Experience working with local seasonal ingredients
  • Flexible schedule including weekends holidays and evenings as required

Job Qualifications

  • Minimum of 3-5 years of progressive experience in pastry leadership roles preferably in a luxury hotel or fine dining setting
  • Strong administrative and organizational skills with experience in scheduling ordering and food cost control
  • Proficient in computer systems including Microsoft Office and basic kitchen management software
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills ability to work collaboratively across departments
  • Proven ability to produce consistent high-quality pastry items under pressure and tight timelines
  • Experience working with local seasonal ingredients
  • Flexible schedule including weekends holidays and evenings as required

Job Duties

  • Lead train and supervise the pastry team in preparation and production for all outlets and events
  • Develop and execute pastry and bakery menus that reflect creativity and seasonality incorporating local ingredients
  • Ensure consistency quality and on-brand presentation of all baked goods and desserts
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization of the pastry kitchen in accordance with health and safety standards
  • Collaborate with the Executive Chef Events and all F and B teams
  • Manage inventory cost control and ordering for pastry and bakery needs
  • Train and mentor pastry cooks in accordance to Hyatt's Leadership Expectation
  • Attend interdepartmental meetings and contribute to operational planning and innovation
  • Open to conduct guest-facing pastry classes that are engaging informative and aligned with the resort's Culinary philosophy

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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