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Pastry Supervisor

The Unbound Collection

Hotel Kansas City

US - MO - Kansas City

Banquets

Hourly/Entry Level Employee

Full-time

Hourly US Dollar (USD) pay basis

Req ID: KAN003460

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Summary

Bring Creativity and Craftsmanship to One of Kansas City's Premier Culinary Destinations

Every memorable dining experience deserves a remarkable finish.

At Hotel Kansas City, exceptional food is at the heart of exceptional hospitality. Located in the historic Kansas City Club Building, our award-winning hotel offers distinctive culinary experiences, from the acclaimed The Town Company restaurant to elegant weddings and special events.

We're looking for a creative, hands-on Pastry Supervisor who brings a passion for pastry, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to quality. While pastry is the primary focus, this role also supports banquet and savory kitchen operations, helping deliver memorable dining experiences throughout the hotel.

What You'll Do

Reporting to the Executive Sous Chef - Banquets, you'll oversee daily pastry production, maintain exceptional quality standards, and collaborate with Culinary leadership to support restaurant and banquet operations.

You'll:

• Lead daily pastry production, ensuring quality, consistency, and presentation across all culinary outlets.
• Prepare and execute upscale plated desserts, baked goods, pastries, and chocolate preparations.
• Provide hands-on support to banquet and savory kitchens with preparation, plating, and service execution during events, peak periods, or as business needs require.
• Oversee pastry service for weddings, banquets, and special events while supporting savory kitchen preparation, plating, and service as needed.
• Train and guide pastry colleagues while fostering a positive, collaborative kitchen environment.
• Coordinate production schedules and priorities to ensure timely, seamless service.
• Manage pastry supply needs, coordinate sourcing through preferred purveyors, and communicate purchasing requirements and charge allocations to the Purchasing Director.
• Maintain organized workstations and uphold food safety, sanitation, and storage standards.
• Collaborate with Culinary leadership and fellow colleagues to ensure smooth operations and exceptional guest experiences.

Who You Are

You're a passionate culinarian who believes great pastry combines creativity, precision, and teamwork. You enjoy leading by example, developing others, and delivering exceptional results in a fast-paced kitchen.

The ideal candidate is:

• Creative, detail-oriented, and passionate about pastry and dessert presentation.
• A confident, hands-on leader who enjoys coaching and supporting colleagues.
• Experienced in upscale plated desserts, banquet production, and broader kitchen operations.
• Organized and comfortable balancing multiple priorities while maintaining quality.
• A strong communicator who collaborates effectively across departments.
• Dependable, self-motivated, and committed to continuous learning and improvement.

Qualifications

What You'll Bring

• At least two years of pastry leadership experience, including training or supervising culinary colleagues.
• Experience in banquet pastry production and upscale plated desserts is required.
• Strong knowledge of professional baking, pastry techniques, recipe execution, and presentation; chocolate experience preferred.
• Understanding of food safety, sanitation, inventory, and kitchen organization.
• The ability to coordinate production, manage deadlines, and communicate effectively with Culinary leadership and purchasing partners.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• The ability to stand and perform essential kitchen responsibilities for extended periods.

Why Hotel Kansas City?

Joining Hotel Kansas City means becoming part of a culinary team that values creativity, craftsmanship, and genuine hospitality. As part of Hyatt, you'll work alongside talented professionals while continuing to grow your culinary and leadership skills.

From beautifully plated desserts to unforgettable celebrations, your work will help create experiences guests remember long after the final course.

If you're passionate about pastry, inspired by exceptional food, and ready to lead with creativity and enthusiasm, we'd love to meet you.

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

We offer excellent benefits!

• Free room nights, Discounted and Friends & Family Room Rates
• Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision Insurance at 30 days!
• Life and Disability Insurance
• 401K with company match
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Family Bonding Time and Adoption Assistance
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Discounts at various retailers -Apple, AT&T, Verizon, Headspace and many more!
• Education Assistance program
• Subsidized parking

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