Complex Pastry Chef

Pastry Chef Opportunity At Loews Hotels At Universal Orlando

At Loews Hotels at Universal Orlando, our team members get to make a difference and have fun every day. Our world-class team brings to life the incredible, award-winning hotels located at Universal Orlando Resort.

Named one of Central Florida's Top Workplaces and one of America's Best-in-State Employers by Forbes, we are committed to our "power of we" culture.

Are you looking for a place where you can bring your authentic self to work every day and be able to connect, engage and delight?

• We offer excellent benefits and perks including one free meal per shift and free theme park access.
• We have a dynamic culture that makes every day interesting, challenging, fulfilling and fun.
• We embrace diversity at our core and offer the opportunity for all team members to reach their potential.
• We invest in training and development opportunities for all team members.
• We promote social responsibility by being a good neighbor in the community.
• We care for you, just as we care for others.

Who We Are: Founded in 1960, Loews Hotels & Co operates iconic hotels and resorts across the U.S. Together, our diverse and welcoming teams craft exceptional experiences in iconic destinations.

Growth and belonging start here; you'll be valued for who you are and the goals you have. Whether your next career chapter involves making memories for guests or supporting our properties in our Corporate Office, every rolefrom Guest Services to Finance, Culinary to IToffers opportunities to grow and make a meaningful impact.

Creating a Team Member experience where you belong no matter what race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status that makes you, you is a daily focus for us.

What We're Looking For:

The Pastry Chef is responsible for the preparation and presentation of a variety of baked goods and desserts, ensuring that all items meet the highest standards of quality and creativity. This role involves menu development, team leadership, and maintaining a well-organized pastry kitchen.

Who You Are:

• Experienced pastry professional with knowledge of food production techniques.
• Innovative culinary leader with a passion for experimenting with flavors, techniques, and presentation.
• Operationally sharp and safety-minded, with expertise in kitchen equipment, inventory controls, and adherence to food safety and sanitation standards.
• Inspirational team leader who fosters a culture of support, accountability, and continuous learning.
• Clear communicator and organized, capable of guiding a team through busy service periods with focus, calm, and collaboration.
• Adaptable under pressure, meeting tight deadlines while maintaining quality and consistency across all service points.
• Committed to growth and belonging, embracing different perspectives and creating a workplace where everyone feels seen, valued, and empowered.
• Veterans and military spouses encouraged to apply.

What You'll Do:

• Create and prepare a wide range of pastries, desserts, breads, and confections.
• Develop and implement seasonal dessert menus, focusing on creativity and presentation.
• Ensure all baked goods and desserts meet the standards for taste, texture, and appearance.
• Monitor ingredient freshness and storage, implementing proper inventory management practices.
• Supervise and train pastry kitchen staff in techniques, recipes, and safety practices.
• Foster a collaborative and positive working environment, encouraging creativity and innovation.
• Maintain a comprehensive recipe database for all pastry items.
• Monitor food costs and waste, implementing efficient practices to optimize resources.
• Ordering supplies and managing inventory for the pastry kitchen.
• Performs frequent inspections of all preparation equipment to ensure that they are kept clean, sanitary and in perfect operating order.
• Adhere to all food safety and sanitation regulations, ensuring the kitchen meets health department standards.
• Train staff on proper food handling, storage, and cleanliness practices.
• Occasionally engage with guests to gather feedback on desserts and pastries.
• Collaborate with front-of-house staff to ensure smooth service and communication regarding dessert availability.
• Prepare and execute pastries for special events, banquets, and catering orders as needed.
• Evaluates individual employee performance, determines areas in need of improvement or requirements for advancement, establishes goals, objectives and training needs required to achieve same.
• Other duties as assigned.

Your Qualifications Include:

• Certification as "Pastry Chef" or culinary degree from recognized culinary institute or equivalent experience
• Three or more years' experience as a Pastry Chef
• Ten or more years' experience in quality food production, in an upscale hotel or freestanding restaurant
• Two to three years Supervisory experience in quantity food production, in an upscale hotel or freestanding restaurant
• Strong knowledge of baking techniques, pastry arts, and dessert presentation.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Who You'll Supervise:

• Pastry Culinary Team