Pastry Sous Chef

Paws Up Montana is a premier luxury resort located in the scenic wilderness of Montana. Known for offering ultra-luxury and authentic experiences, Paws Up has established itself as a distinguished destination for guests seeking refined hospitality in an adult-only environment. This highly acclaimed resort integrates the natural beauty of the region with exceptional service standards, embodying the Core Values of Paws Up and adhering to the rigorous Forbes Travel Guide standards. The resort's commitment to excellence extends beyond its stunning landscapes and amenities to its culinary offerings, where innovation, authenticity, and personalization are paramount.

The Pastry Sous Chef role at Paws Up Montana is an integral position within their culinary team, particularly associated with their intimate, 24-guest fine-dining tasting menu restaurant that boasts 2 Michelin Keys, a hallmark of culinary excellence. This position is responsible for creating and executing an innovative and rotating pastry and dessert program that is tailored specifically to the unique demands of such a high-caliber establishment. The Pastry Sous Chef not only ensures the day-to-day delivery of exceptional pastry items and artisanal baked goods but also maintains flawless consistency and Michelin-caliber presentation. This role requires a deep understanding of sophisticated plating aesthetics, flavor profiling, and pastry techniques, all while upholding the resort's ultra-luxury identity and Forbes standards.

In addition to culinary expertise, the Pastry Sous Chef plays a critical role in operational and team management. Responsibilities include maintaining a highly organized and pristine pastry station compliant with local health and safety regulations, managing inventory and budgeting for specialized ingredients, and assisting in labor and food cost management to keep operations efficient. Leadership is also a key aspect of this role, as the Pastry Sous Chef provides mentorship, training, and oversight to pastry team members, fostering a harmonious and high-performing environment. Collaboration with the Social Haus culinary leadership team is essential to ensure seasonal and cohesive menus that resonate with the resort’s branding. This position also demands a calm, focused demeanor paired with attention to detail and a passion for authentic hospitality.

Paws Up Montana offers numerous benefits to support its employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401K plan with employer match; short-term housing; and paid time off including nine floating holidays and fifteen personal days. Career development and advancement opportunities, life insurance with disability coverage, an employee assistance program, a referral bonus program, carpool reimbursement, employee discounts, and employee meals further contribute to a supportive work environment.

This position requires the ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays, and the physical stamina to perform duties efficiently in a hot kitchen environment. Candidates passionate about the pastry arts and looking to grow their careers at a prestigious resort are encouraged to apply. Paws Up Montana is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusivity and diversity in the workplace.