Executive Pastry Chef (m/f/*)

Kempinski
Prague
Workplace: OnsiteFull timeFunction: Hospitality & Food ServiceSkills: ["Leadership","Communication","Mentoring","Team management","Attention to detail"]

Lead and elevate the pastry department at a historic 13th-century Augustine Hotel in Malá Strana. Create high-end pastry concepts, signature desserts, afternoon tea offerings, seasonal amenities, and banquet menus that meet 5-star luxury standards. Mentor and motivate a skilled pastry team, oversee operations with the Executive Chef, and ensure hygiene, food safety, and kitchen organization while sourcing premium seasonal local ingredients.

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Kempinski
Kempinski
1 month ago

Executive Pastry Chef (m/f/*)

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Job Summary

Lead and elevate the pastry department at a historic 13th-century Augustine Hotel in Malá Strana. Create high-end pastry concepts, signature desserts, afternoon tea offerings, seasonal amenities, and banquet menus that meet 5-star luxury standards. Mentor and motivate a skilled pastry team, oversee operations with the Executive Chef, and ensure hygiene, food safety, and kitchen organization while sourcing premium seasonal local ingredients.
Location: Prague
Workplace: Onsite
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Hospitality & Food Service
Seniority: Manager level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Lead and take full ownership of the pastry department, designing and executing high-end pastry concepts, signature desserts, afternoon tea, seasonal amenities, and banquet menus.
  • •Ensure every pastry creation meets and exceeds 5-star standards for taste, texture, and visual artistry.
  • •Recruit, train, mentor, and motivate the pastry team as a hands-on leader who fosters continuous learning and precision.
  • •Manage operations with the Executive Chef, including food costs, inventory, and supplier relations; source premium seasonal and local ingredients.
  • •Maintain impeccable hygiene, food safety, and kitchen organization standards through professional kitchen leadership.

Pay and Benefits

Perks:Staff DiscountsEmployee RatesMeal AllowancePaid Leave

Key Requirements

  • •Extensive experience as a Pastry Chef or Head Pastry Chef in a luxury hotel (ideally 5-star) or high-end fine-dining establishment.
  • •Deep knowledge of classic and modern pastry techniques and strong ability to present desserts aesthetically.
  • •Proven leadership and communication skills to manage, organize, and develop a diverse team in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
  • •Ability to translate culinary trends into unique guest experiences through pastry creativity.
  • •Business acumen across kitchen financials, menu engineering, portion control, and waste management while maintaining quality.
Experience:Luxury hospitalityFine dining
Skills:LeadershipCommunicationMentoringTeam managementAttention to detail

Company Brief

Kempinski
Kempinski is a luxury hotel management company operating five-star hotels, residences and restaurants worldwide. The group provides high-end hospitality services, managing properties and bespoke guest experiences across major cities and resort destinations.
Industry: Hotels & Resorts
Company Size: Enterprise (1,001+ employees)
Growth: Established Company
Headquarters: Munich, Germany
Founded: 1862
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