What are the responsibilities and job description for the Executive Pastry Chef position at Four Seasons Hotels Limited?
About Four Seasons :
Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.
At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.
About the location :
Our property is a vibrant hub of culture, style and energy and includes our newly transformed restaurant which embodies iconic luxury boldly reimagined to capture the essence of Chicago through inspired food, drink, art and music. Four Seasons Hotel Chicago is honored to be ranked as one of Conde Nast Traveler Reader's Choice Top 50 Hotels in the World. We offer 345 elegant guest rooms and suites : and a luxury spa. We are located steps away from the famed Magnificent Mile, glamorous North Michigan Avenue shopping and minutes from the city's business and financial center. Adorn Restaurant features globally inspired cuisine starring the bounty of the Midwest. Adorn Bar showcases craft cocktails and a wine list that sparks conversation, all with a lively, convivial vibe beckoning to be discovered.
Our Open Opportunity
The Executive Pastry Chef is an essential member of Food & Beverage leadership team which is dedicated to providing exceptional quality and service to our guests and employees.
We are looking for individuals who possess a high level of attention to detail and a strong work ethic. The ability to multitask and prioritize is also essential for this position.
The Exectuvie Pastry Chef is responsible for creating an environment where motivated people want to join, learn, do their best and advance, also he is dedicated to preparing specialized innovative cuisine per guest orders in accordance with production requirements and quality standards while maintaining a safe, sanitary work environment.
Successful candidates will be a willing team player, comfortable with electronic systems and willing to accept assignments on as need basis, in order to promote team work. Flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays.
Start date of position targeted for March 2025
Responsibilities
Supervising the day-to-day running of the Pastry Kitchen
Service Passion
Contribute to our environment with a positive and friendly attitude
Communicate with team members to ensure the highest level of personalized service
Preferred Qualifications and Skills
- Applicants are required to have five to seven years of operational kitchen experience with a diversity of culinary experience and a proven track record in fine dining.
- Supervisory and management experience is required and culinary qualifications are essential.
- Current Illinois Food Handlers Certificate is required
- Previous experience in a luxury hotel, or similar environment Michelin or James Beard recognition is a plus.
- Second language preferred but not required.
- Strong leadership, training, motivation and communication skills.
- Strong command of the English language
- Requires attention to detail and problem solving skills, as well as a passion for customer service.
- Successful candidates must possess legal work authorization in the United States
Benefits & Compensation :
Candidates must have valid work authorization for the U.S.
Please note that due to the large number of responses we receive, only candidates being considered for the above position will be contacted for an interview.
Internal Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts employees may be eligible for visa sponsorship via an L-1A Visa. Please contact your People & Culture Team regarding eligibility.
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Don't miss this opportunity to be part of our award winning team, while developing your career with the world's leading luxury hotel company! We look forward to receiving your application!
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Salary : $105,000 - $115,000
