Executive Pastry Chef

Company Description

A private Napa Ranch cultivating the future of wellbeing. Stanly Ranch - a land that was established with legacy in mind and furthers its progression now with enlightened 21st century ideals. A vanguard in the movement toward holistic well-being, Stanly Ranch empowers an immersive agricultural experience intended to not only revitalize those lucky enough to visit, but to leave them transformed. Guests, owners, and locals alike will be captivated by an active and engaged private ranch lifestyle uniquely curated to nourish the mind, body, and soul through a rare connection to the land and its bounty.

Job Description

Executive Pastry Chef to lead our pastry and dessert operations with creativity, precision, and excellence. This role is responsible for overseeing the production of all baked goods, desserts, and confections across our fine dining restaurants, banquets, and in-room dining. The ideal candidate will have a passion for innovation, a deep understanding of global pastry trends, and the ability to deliver world-class guest experiences.

Key Responsibilities:
Culinary Leadership:
• Develop and execute an innovative pastry and dessert menu that aligns with the hotel’s luxury standards.
• Ensure the highest quality and consistency of all pastry items, including plated desserts, breads, viennoiserie, and specialty cakes.
• Experiment with modern and classic techniques to create visually stunning and flavorful desserts.

Operations & Management:
• Oversee daily pastry kitchen operations, ensuring smooth workflow and efficiency.
• Maintain high levels of cleanliness, hygiene, and organization in compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Manage inventory, cost controls, and ordering of pastry-specific ingredients and equipment.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef and F&B team to enhance menus and guest experiences.

Team Development:
• Recruit, train, and mentor a talented pastry team, fostering a culture of excellence and creativity.
• Conduct performance evaluations, provide feedback, and develop growth opportunities for staff.
• Inspire and motivate the team to uphold the hotel’s reputation for outstanding culinary offerings.

Guest Experience & Brand Standards:
• Customize pastry offerings for VIP guests, special events, and seasonal promotions.
• Work closely with marketing and events teams to create signature desserts and pastry-related experiences.
• Maintain a strong presence in the dining areas to interact with guests and receive direct feedback.

• The starting rate for this position is $114,000 per year, plus incentive. This is the pay rate for this position that Stanly Ranch reasonably expects to pay. Decisions regarding individual salaries will be based on a number of factors, such as experience and education.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience as an Executive Pastry Chef or Pastry Sous Chef in a luxury hotel or Michelin-starred restaurant.

• Strong leadership and management skills with the ability to train and inspire a team.

• Knowledge of international pastry trends and dietary requirements (vegan, gluten-free, etc.).

• Exceptional attention to detail, creativity, and a passion for Culinary.

Additional Information

Auberge Resorts Collection is a portfolio of extraordinary hotels, resorts, residences, and private clubs. While each property is unique, all share a crafted approach to luxury and bring the soul of the locale to life through captivating design, exceptional cuisine and spas, and gracious yet unobtrusive service. With hotels and resorts across three continents, Auberge invites guests to create unforgettable stories in some of the world’s most desirable destinations. Please visit aubergeresorts.com to learn more about our Collection. Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, Linkedin, Facebook and Pinterest: @AubergeResorts and #AlwaysAuberge.

SRGA Resort LP is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V. SRGA Resort LP provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all team members and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, SRGA Resort LP complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.