Pastry Chef

Ready to bring your creativity and expertise to our award-winning culinary team? As we prepare for our imminent reopening, we are seeking a Pastry Chef to join our Culinary Team.Awarded “Best Hotel in Venice” and ranked among the Top 20 Hotels in the World by Condé Nast Traveller (2025), this majestic resort immerses guests in a 900-year-old historic building, rich in charm and Renaissance tradition. It features a collection of beautifully restored monastic structures, a 12th-century chapel, and nearly 6 hectares of ancient gardens offering breathtaking views of the city, along with 196 meticulously furnished rooms and suites – including the largest and most exclusive suite in Venice.Annual art installations rotate throughout the property in conjunction with the Venice Biennale. Inside, the hotel seamlessly blends contemporary style with Renaissance influences, boasting six-meter-high ceilings, wide corridors, grand staircases, and intricate details such as terrazzo floors, silk-covered walls, and Murano glass chandeliers, making it one of Europe’s premier hotels for art exhibitions.Serenity permeates the hotel’s exclusive environment, enhanced by the heated outdoor pool, tennis court, jogging paths, pitch & putt golf course, and a fully equipped kids’ club – ensuring an unforgettable stay.The hotel’s exceptional culinary offerings reflect the richness of Italian cuisine, complemented by refined gourmet experiences served across multiple signature dining venues. Guests enjoy a harmonious blend of tradition, artistry, and world-class gastronomy.The hotel’s proximity to St. Mark’s Square, its exceptional culinary offerings, and its unique combination of indoor and outdoor venues invite guests to create truly memorable experiences.As we prepare for our imminent reopening, we are seeking a Pastry Chef to join our Culinary Team.Role DescriptionAs Pastry Chef, you will lead the pastry kitchen and oversee the creation of exquisite desserts, pastries, breads, and specialty items for all dining outlets and events. You will ensure the highest culinary standards, inspire creativity, and maintain the luxury quality that defines the resort’s gastronomic identity.Your main responsibilities will include :Leading the pastry team and overseeing daily pastry operations across all outletsCreating refined desserts, pastries, and bakery items aligned with the hotel’s luxury standardsDesigning seasonal menus, special selections, and unique signature creationsEnsuring impeccable presentation, taste, and consistency of all pastry productsManaging production for breakfast, restaurants, banquets, room service, and special eventsTraining, mentoring, and supervising pastry team membersOverseeing stock control, ordering, and maintaining supplier relationshipsImplementing rigorous hygiene, sanitation, and food safety procedures (HACCP)Collaborating closely with the Executive Chef and F&B teams on menu developmentMonitoring cost control, waste management, and production efficiencyEnsuring a creative, professional, and motivating work environmentAdditional responsibilities and tasks can be added at any time according to the needs of the business and of the hotelWhat We’re Looking ForPrevious experience as Pastry Chef or Senior Pastry Sous Chef in luxury hospitality or fine diningExceptional pastry and dessert-making skills with a strong artistic senseExpertise in modern and classic pastry techniquesStrong leadership, creativity, and team development abilitiesExcellent organizational and time management skillsDeep understanding of kitchen operations, cost control, and food safetyAbility to work efficiently during peak production timesPassion for innovation, presentation, and delivering memorable culinary momentsFluent in Italian and English (additional languages are a plus)Additional InformationLocation : Venice, Italy – Based on San Clemente Island, Venice (daily boat transfers required)Type of work : Full timeFlexible schedule including weekends, holidays, and peak periodsYou must possess the legal right to work in ItalyWhat We OfferA leading culinary role within one of Europe’s most prestigious luxury hotelsOpportunity to create high-end pastry experiences in a stunning historical settingCompetitive compensationProfessional development and culinary training opportunitiesAccommodation, meals, uniform, and other on-property benefitsA dynamic, supportive, and international team environmentApply NowReady to bring your creativity and expertise to our award-winning culinary team?Send your CV and cover letter to : and quote the reference LT – Pastry Chef in the subject line.#J-18808-Ljbffr