Pastry Lead-Steakhouse Bourre Bonne

Pastry Lead-Steakhouse Bourre Bonne Hotel Bourre Bonne - 3.0 Louisville, KY Job Details Part-time | Full-time 14 hours ago Benefits Opportunities for advancement Qualifications Food and beverage product quality management Menu design Kitchen health and safety standards Maintaining an organized workspace Food service health code compliance Specialty dish recipe development Team leadership Labeling Production safety compliance Mid-level Team development Culinary Arts Food service inventory management Food safety sanitizing procedures Product development Hospitality industry experience Team training Kitchen staff training Mentoring Chocolate preparation Organizational skills Leading team collaboration initiatives Schedule creation Managing kitchen staff Baked goods production Production scheduling Leadership Decorating baked goods Operations planning Restaurant supply ordering Full Job Description Position Summary The upper upscale steakhouse at Hotel Bourre Bonne is seeking an experienced and creative Pastry Lead to oversee daily pastry production and support the execution of elevated dessert offerings within a luxury hospitality environment. This role is responsible for leading pastry preparation, maintaining exceptional presentation and quality standards, and assisting culinary leadership with menu development, production planning, and operational excellence. The ideal candidate brings strong pastry fundamentals, previous upscale culinary experience, creativity, attention to detail, and the ability to lead pastry operations in a high-volume, guest-focused environment while upholding the refined standards associated with luxury dining and hospitality. Essential Responsibilities Lead daily pastry and dessert production for the steakhouse, lounge, banquets, and special events Prepare and execute high-quality pastries, plated desserts, breads, specialty items, and seasonal features with consistency and precision Maintain presentation standards aligned with upper upscale and luxury dining expectations Assist Executive Chef and culinary leadership with dessert menu development, recipe creation, and seasonal offerings Ensure proper preparation, baking, finishing, garnishing, and plating techniques are consistently followed Oversee pastry station organization, cleanliness, and operational readiness throughout service Monitor product freshness, quality, and inventory levels while minimizing waste Assist with ordering, receiving, labeling, rotation, and storage of pastry ingredients and products Train, mentor, and support pastry cooks and culinary team members on techniques, recipes, and presentation standards Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and health department standards Support banquet and VIP event execution with customized pastry and dessert presentations Maintain production schedules and preparation timelines in a fast-paced luxury hospitality environment Uphold Forbes Travel Guide-inspired hospitality standards and elevated guest presentation expectations Previous pastry, baking, or culinary leadership experience required Upscale restaurant, hotel, steakhouse, or luxury hospitality experience strongly preferred Strong knowledge of pastry techniques, baking methods, chocolate work, plated desserts, and dessert presentation Ability to multitask and lead pastry production in a high-volume environment Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Knowledge of food safety and sanitation procedures Flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds Culinary or pastry education preferred but not required with equivalent experience At Hotel Bourre Bonne, we are committed to delivering exceptional dining experiences through refined cuisine, elevated service, and culinary innovation. The Pastry Lead plays a vital role in creating memorable guest experiences through creativity, precision, and excellence in execution. Benefits & Opportunities Competitive compensation Career advancement opportunities within luxury hospitality Professional culinary development and training Employee dining and hotel benefits where applicable Opportunity to contribute to an elevated and growing culinary program Preferred Attributes Passion for pastry artistry and luxury hospitality Creative mindset with strong presentation skills Positive leadership approach and team-oriented mindset Strong sense of urgency and professionalism Ability to maintain composure under pressure while delivering consistent quality