A Pastry Chef or pâtissier, is a station chef in a professional kitchen, skilled in the making of pastries, desserts, breads and other baked goods. They are employed in large hotels, bistros, restaurants, bakeries, and cafés.
Who We Are Nestled in the heart of Wyoming's Platte River Valley, Brush Creek Ranch is where culinary excellence meets rustic elegance. Our luxury guest experiences are built on ingredient-driven menus, from-scratch craftsmanship, and bold creativity across multiple dining venues. Owned and operated by White Lodging, one of the country's leading hospitality companies, we're part of a portfolio that brings world-class standards and professional development to everything we do.
Responsibilities:
What You'll Do Lead the daily pastry operations, creating fresh desserts, breakfast breads, display pieces, and more across our ranch dining experiences. Oversee, train, and mentor pastry team members in techniques that emphasize quality and seasonality. Support the Executive Chef with menu development, recipe creation, and maintaining production timelines. Ensure compliance with local health codes, HACCP standards, and all White Lodging food safety SOPs. Monitor labor and food costs to align with operational budgets and profitability goals. Collaborate with FOH teams to ensure an exceptional guest experience from prep to plate. What You'll Bring Culinary degree or equivalent training, with expertise in pastry, baking, and dessert preparation. Previous experience leading pastry production in a resort, hotel, or high-volume environment. Strong understanding of food safety standards and operational controls. A creative, seasonal, and quality-first approach to recipe and menu development. Leadership experience and the ability to foster a positive, respectful kitchen culture. Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays in a dynamic hospitality setting.
Other information:
What You Can Look Forward To Day 1 Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance Paid Parental Leave Vacation and Paid Time Off (PTO) with rollover 401(k) with company match Complimentary wellness tools Unlimited referral bonuses Leadership development opportunities Tuition reimbursement Discounts on hotel rooms, dining, and other travel/entertainment experiences Multiple hotels in each market = more opportunities White Lodging is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all associates.
