A Bakery Chef is responsible for managing preparing, baking, and presenting high-quality breads, pastries, desserts, and baked goods for hotel outlets, banquets, and events while seeking customer feedback, training staff, controlling costs, and covering all business needs. This role ensures consistent product quality, attractive presentation, and adherence to food safety and hotel standards while supporting daily operations and special functions.

What will I be doing?

 

A Bakery Chef will also be required to ensure that all operational, quality, and administrative functions are carried out properly. Specifically, you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

Prepare and bake a variety of breads, pastries, cakes and other baked goods according to hotel recipes and standards

Ensure consistency in taste, texture, appearance, and portion control

Assist in menu planning, recipe development, and seasonal offerings

Monitor proofing, baking times, temperatures, and product quality

Maintain cleanliness and organization of the bakery and equipment in compliance with HACCP and food safety regulations

Control food costs by minimizing waste and properly managing ingredients

Coordinate with kitchen and banquet teams to meet daily production and event requirements

Assist with inventory management, ordering, and stock rotation

Train and supervise junior bakery staff or commis as assigned

Follow all hotel policies, hygiene standards, and workplace safety procedures

What are we looking for?

A Bakery Chef serving Hilton brands is always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the attitude, behaviours, skills, and values that follow:

Proven experience as a Bakery Chef in a hotel, resort, or high-volume kitchen

Strong knowledge of baking techniques, ingredients, and equipment

Ability to work early mornings, weekends, and holidays as required

Good time management and ability to work under pressure

Attention to detail and passion for quality presentation

Team-oriented with good communication skills

It would be advantageous in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions:

Knowledge of current food trendsAdvance food hygiene qualificationHigh level of IT proficiency

What will it be like to work for Hilton?

 

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands.  Our vision “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality” unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day.  And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!