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  1. Full-Time
  2. Permanent
  3. DELANO
  4. Culinary

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DELANO DELANO MIAMI BEACH, Miami Beach, United States

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REF72621O

Pastry Sous Chef

Region

Luxury & Lifestyle


Company Description

We are looking for a Pastry Sous Chef to join the re-opening of the famed Delano Miami Beach.

Set to open its doors in 2025, Delano Miami Beach will fuse historic charm with contemporary luxury, reflecting a reimagined experience that pays homage to the original visionary concept. Comprising 170 rooms and distinct food and beverage concepts, the hotel will preserve its iconic walk-in pool and, in addition, unveil a new pool on an amenity deck, offering breathtaking views of the ocean. Delano Miami Beach will act as the brand’s flagship location, re-establishing Delano as a trailblazer in luxury lifestyle hospitality.  Ennismore, in partnership with Cain International (the owners of Delano Miami Beach as well as partner in the Delano brand), are currently undertaking a significant renovation and redevelopment of the iconic Delano hotel with an aim to open its doors again ahead of the 2025 winter high season.


Job Description

  • Assist the Executive Pastry Chef in leading and managing all pastry and bakery operations across the hotel, including daily production, team supervision, and quality assurance.
  • Support the execution of innovative menus that reflect the property’s culinary vision and enhance the guest experience.
  • Supervise, train, and mentor the pastry team to ensure high levels of technical skill, creativity, and adherence to quality standards.
  • Maintain consistency in taste, texture, and presentation of all pastry and baked items across all outlets
  • Assist in payroll processing and staff recruitment for the pastry department, including onboarding and scheduling support.
  • Support vendor relations, including procurement of pastry ingredients and supplies, order placement, and inventory coordination.
  •  Ensure full compliance with food safety, hygiene, and sanitation regulations in accordance with local laws and hotel policies.
  • Assist in managing food and labor costs through effective scheduling, recipe standardization, portion control, and inventory management.
  • Produce custom, high-quality cakes, chocolate showpieces, and plated desserts for VIPs, weddings, and special events.
  • Monitor inventory and order supplies as needed, ensuring proper storage, minimizing waste, and maintaining ingredient freshness.
  • Oversee the care, cleanliness, and maintenance of all pastry kitchen equipment and tools.
  • Foster a positive, collaborative, and disciplined work environment, supporting a culture of excellence and continuous improvement within the pastry team.
  • We recognize we are in the hospitality industry and that may require us to provide lateral service.
  • We will on occasion call for each individual in the team to, on a routine basis perform various related tasks as needed in the spirit of providing exceptional service

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Culinary Arts or a related field preferred; high school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Minimum of three years in a supervisory pastry role, ideally at the Pastry Chef level, within an upscale restaurant or lifestyle hotel environment.
  • Must be at least 21 years of age.
  • Must possess or be able to obtain all required work cards or certifications.
  • Demonstrated leadership abilities with a proven ability to mentor, motivate, and manage a diverse culinary team.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to meet deadlines and perform well under pressure.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, guest-focused, and high-volume environment.
  • Current hands-on experience in a professional hospitality kitchen required.
  • Proven track record of embodying company values and maintaining a high level of energy, professionalism, and integrity.
  • Intermediate to advanced computer skills preferred, including familiarity with Opera, GoConcierge, HotSOS, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
  • Ability to efficiently enter and retrieve work-related data using computer systems and/or point-of-sale (POS) platforms.
  • Comfortable spending extended periods working on or viewing computer screens.
  • Possess a gracious, friendly, and fun demeanor
  • Ability to multitask, work in a fast-paced environment and have a high-level attention to detail
  • Maintain positive and productive working relationships with other employees and departments
  • Ability to work independently and to partner with others to promote an environment of teamwork
  • Must be able to stand or walk a minimum of eight-hour shifts.
  • Must be able to be observant and quick to respond to various situations while also multitasking and handling stressful situations.
  • Must be able to twist, tow (push or pull), reach, bend, climb and carry objects as necessary.
  • Must have excellent communication skills and be able to read, write, speak and understand English.
  • Must be able to work inside and outside at all times of the year as needed, based upon business volumes.
  • Knowledge of federal, state and local laws governing equal employment opportunity and civil rights, occupational safety and health, wage and hour issues, and labor relations
  • All team members must maintain a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance. Specific department  uniform guidelines and/or required articles of clothing will be explained to you by your supervisor.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Diversity & Inclusion for Accor means welcoming each and everyone and respecting their differences by giving priority only to qualities and skills in extending employment and development opportunities. Our ambition is to provide meaningful employment, a warm and welcoming culture, excellent working conditions and to promote the development of all people, including those with disabilities.

When applying, do not hesitate to let us know of any specific needs you may have so that we can take them into consideration.

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