What is the job?

　　As a Demi Chef de Partie Pastry, your role will primarily focus on ensuring the smooth operation of the pastry section within the hotel kitchen. You will prepare high-quality pastry items, supervise junior pastry chefs, maintain financial control, enhance guest experience, and promote responsible business practices.

　　Your day to day:

　　PEOPLE

　　Supervise and mentor the junior pastry chefs, ensuring proper training, guidance, and support.

　　Foster teamwork and maintain a positive and professional work environment within the pastry section.

　　Encourage skills development and provide regular feedback to team members.

　　Promote a culture of inclusivity, diversity, and high performance within the pastry team.

　　FINANCIAL RETURNS

　　Assist in budgeting, inventory management, and controlling food costs related to the pastry section.

　　Optimize efficiency and minimize wastage by implementing effective production and portion control measures.

　　Collaborate with the Executive Pastry Chef to create cost-effective and innovative pastry menus.

　　GUEST EXPERIENCE

　　Ensure consistent delivery of high-quality pastry items that meet or exceed guest expectations.

　　Collaborate with the F&B team to develop and implement pastry offerings that enhance the overall guest experience.

　　Proactively engage with guests to gather feedback, understand their preferences, and make necessary improvements.

　　Respond to guest requests and complaints promptly and courteously.

　　RESPONSIBLE BUSINESS

　　Comply with all health, safety, and hygiene standards and promote adherence among the pastry team.

　　Follow sustainable practices in sourcing ingredients, minimizing waste, and reducing environmental impact.

　　Stay updated with industry trends, new techniques, and innovative pastry concepts.

　　Collaborate with other departments to support responsible business initiatives and promote social responsibility.

　　What do we need from you?

　　Previous experience as a Pastry Chef, Demi Chef de Partie Pastry, or similar role in a reputable hotel or fine dining establishment.

　　Strong knowledge of pastry and baking techniques, including the ability to create a wide range of pastries, desserts, and baked goods.

　　Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

　　Ability to manage time effectively, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.

　　Understanding of financial aspects, including food cost control, budgeting, and inventory management.

　　Knowledge of health, safety, and hygiene regulations.

　　Passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences and maintaining high standards.

　　Awareness of sustainable practices and willingness to contribute to responsible business initiatives.

　　At IHG, we’ve made a promise. As one of the world’s leading hotel groups, we’re here to deliver True Hospitality for Good. Making our guests and colleagues feel welcome, cared for, recognised and respected – wherever they are in the world. Want to be part of the journey?

　　Join Crowne Plaza one of the largest and best loved premium hotel brands in the world. With more than 420 hotels in diverse locations globally Crowne Plaza is the perfect base to connect on business, pleasure or a blend of both. We've thoughtfully designed our spaces to encourage, support and celebrate great connections. We're also big on meetings and events, a trusted and valued partner for connecting both domestic and global groups alike.

　　Our branded service style 'Dare to Connect' is crafted for connection. Designed for humans not nameless guests or colleagues. Still professional but touches guests on an emotional level. Where colleagues take their initiative and use their personality because they make a crucial difference in the guest's experience. The role of every colleague at Crowne Plaza is to create memorable emotional connections and the job of every leader is to create an environment where that can happen. Lets Go Further Together.

　　Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start your journey with us today.

　　At IHG Hotels & Resorts, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We firmly believe that all our colleagues deserve to be treated equally and have the same opportunities to develop and grow their skills within our business and provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and colleagues without regard to an individual's, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital or familial status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.