RWWDC - Pastry Sous Chef

Rosewood Washington, D.C., located in the historic Georgetown neighborhood, is a luxury hotel that blends timeless elegance with modern sophistication. Known for its distinctive charm and exceptional service, Rosewood offers guests an unparalleled experience inspired by the spirit of Relationship Hospitality. This commitment to heartfelt and intuitive service creates an inviting atmosphere where every guest feels valued and cared for. The hotel features meticulously designed rooms, fine dining options, and exceptional event spaces, making it a premier destination for both leisure and business travelers. As a leader in luxury hospitality, Rosewood Washington, D.C. fosters a professional and dynamic work environment focused on excellence, creativity, and personal growth.

The Pastry Sous Chef role at Rosewood Washington, D.C. is a vital position within the culinary team, directly supporting the Executive Pastry Chef in maintaining the highest standards of pastry production and kitchen management. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the pastry department, which serves an array of offerings including the hotel restaurant, in-room dining, banquets, private events, guest amenities, and in-house functions. This role demands a blend of creativity, leadership, and operational expertise to ensure consistency, quality, and innovation in all pastry items.

Candidates for this position can expect a competitive annual salary ranging from $68,000 to $73,000, reflecting the importance and seniority of the role. The work schedule is flexible and may include days, evenings, weekdays, weekends, and holidays to meet the operational demands of the hotel. The role also offers significant career advancement opportunities within the Rosewood brand, supported by a clear career pathway.

In this role, the Pastry Sous Chef will be actively involved in recipe development, kitchen staff training, inventory management, and ensuring compliance with all health and safety regulations, including COVID-19 guidelines. The position requires a hands-on leader who can motivate and manage the pastry team, coordinate purchasing of ingredients, maintain kitchen cleanliness, and uphold the hotel’s culinary standards. Effective communication with the culinary team and other departments, as well as fostering a positive team environment, are key aspects of this job.

Rosewood Washington, D.C. offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision coverage, competitive pay rates, a 401k plan with up to 3% match after one year, paid time off, complimentary room nights, restaurant discounts, life insurance, disability coverage, pre-tax commuter benefits, flexible schedules, and tuition reimbursement up to $500 per year. This role is ideal for a skilled pastry professional eager to contribute to a prestigious luxury hotel and grow their culinary career within a supportive and high-caliber environment.