Share Email Opening Title Executive Pastry Sous Chef  Division Grand Hyatt Nashville   Description The Executive Pastry Sous Chef oversees all pastry and baking production for the hotel’s dining outlets, ensuring exceptional quality, consistency, and operational efficiency. This role directly impacts guest satisfaction, culinary excellence, and the overall success of the food and beverage operations.   HOW YOU’LL SHAPE THE EXPERIENCE & FUTURE Schedule and manage pastry production work for all associates. Control food costs and payroll for the pastry department. Purchase and maintain all necessary supplies, including food items, condiments, pre-cooked pastries, cleaning supplies, kitchen equipment, and baking tools. Coordinate the production of baked goods and desserts for banquets, catering events, and dining outlets. Fulfill special requests from outlets or other departments. Create initiatives to ensure guest and associate satisfaction. Maintain cleanliness standards in compliance with Department of Health inspections. Ensure all associates follow proper sanitary practices for guest safety. Protect hotel assets, including equipment, raw products, uniforms, and installations. Report deficiencies promptly using the “work order” system. Establish standard recipes and ensure compliance by the pastry team. Oversee the flow of banquet and outlet meal periods, particularly in the absence of the Executive Chef. Other duties as assigned.   KEY STRENGTHS FOR SUCCESS Strong leadership and supervisory skills to manage a pastry team effectively. Expertise in pastry and baking techniques, recipe standardization, and quality control. Strong organizational and multitasking abilities to manage high-volume production. Attention to detail and commitment to culinary excellence. Ability to collaborate with culinary and banquet teams to meet operational goals.   PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Minimum of 4 years of kitchen supervisory experience, including 3 years of kitchen operations experience and at least 1 year in a Lead Cook position, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Proven track record in managing pastry production, scheduling, and inventory control.   ACADEMIC BACKGROUND Culinary Arts degree, apprenticeship, or AOS Degree required. ACF Certification preferred. Ongoing professional development in pastry, baking, and kitchen leadership encouraged.   BENEFITS Medical, dental, and vision (HSA available) Company-paid disability & life insurance Employee Assistance Program Supplemental benefits 401(k) with match Employee hotel discounts Paid vacation & sick time Free Parking   Pay Range: $80,000-$85,000     Position Requirements Successful completion of a background check is required prior to employment.   Category Food & Beverage   Location Grand Hyatt Nashville 229   Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time   Shift -not applicable-   EOE Statement   Number of Openings 1   Req Number FOO-26-00322   EOE Statement HM Alpha Hotels & Resorts is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect, the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older) disability, genetic information, family or parental status, military service, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. HM Alpha Hotels & Resorts will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.   This position is currently not accepting applications. To search for an open position, please go to http://MarriottCareers.appone.com WE ALSO RECOMMEND Other Jobs Within Same Category Assistant Food & Beverage Manager in Indianapolis, IN Posted on: 10/8/2026 [Apply Now] Barista/ Coffee Shop Attendant in Indianapolis, IN Posted on: 10/7/2026 [Apply Now] Dishwasher in Indianapolis, IN Posted on: 10/6/2026 [Apply Now] Room Service Server in Indianapolis, IN Posted on: 10/6/2026 [Apply Now] Pastry Supervisor in Nashville, TN Posted on: 10/5/2026 [Apply Now] Other Jobs Within 60 Miles Maintenance Technician in Nashville, TN Posted on: 9/14/2026 [Apply Now] Maintenance Mechanic in Nashville, TN Posted on: 9/14/2026 [Apply Now] Maintenance Technician in Nashville, TN Posted on: 10/1/2026 [Apply Now] HR Coordinator in Nashville, TN Posted on: 10/5/2026 [Apply Now] Restaurant Bartender in Nashville, TN Posted on: 9/9/2026 [Apply Now] Follow us See who works here:

 

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