Pastry Sous Chef (Bulgari Resort Ranfushi)

TL;DR

Pastry Sous Chef (Bulgari Resort Ranfushi): Preparing quality, consistent pastries and leading day-to-day pastry kitchen operations with an accent on maintaining sanitation and food standards, developing new pastry ideas, and ensuring exceptional guest service. Focus on supervising pastry shift operations, executing food preparation to specifications and correct temperatures, and supporting menu development and inventory/budget goals.

Location: Bulgari Resort Ranfushi (Maldives)

Company

Bvlgari Hotels & Resorts, part of Marriott International, operates luxury hotels and resorts in major cosmopolitan cities and resort destinations.

What you will do

• Assist in leading the pastry team by managing day-to-day operations and coordinating cooks and workers during food preparation.
• Supervise pastry preparation shift operations and prepare/cook pastries for regular service and special guests or functions.
• Develop and create new pastry ideas and items; follow proper handling, correct temperatures, storage standards, and quality checks.
• Support menu development for pastry with the Executive Chef and help achieve culinary performance and budget goals.
• Ensure exceptional customer service by handling guest problems and collecting feedback on product quality and service levels.
• Operate and maintain department equipment, report malfunctions, and manage supplies and inventory according to budget.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED with 3 years of experience in culinary/food & beverage or a related professional area.
• OR 2-year degree in Culinary Arts, Hotel and Restaurant Management (or related) with 1 year of relevant experience.
• Ability to ensure sanitation and food standards are met and comply with applicable laws and regulations.
• Experience preparing pastries and executing orders to required specifications, including correct handling and storage.
• Ability to lead and coordinate pastry team activities and support supervision during shifts.

Culture & Benefits

• Equal opportunity employer with a welcoming, inclusive environment.
• Work within a global luxury hospitality brand portfolio (Bvlgari Hotels & Resorts / Marriott International).
• Focus on guest satisfaction through consistent quality and service standards.

Hiring process

• Review of candidate profile and relevant culinary/food & beverage experience.
• Interviews to assess leadership, standards compliance, and pastry production capabilities.