Aman Sous Chef – Pastry

Role & Responsibilities

• Deliver innovative, high-quality pastry offerings that satisfy and exceed guest expectations
• Develop and execute seasonal dessert and bread menus based on ingredient availability, culinary trends, and cost considerations
• Supervise preparation and timely production of all pastry menu items while maintaining consistent quality standards
• Establish and maintain standardized pastry recipes and procedures with accurate documentation
• Monitor ingredient inventory and coordinate supply orders to ensure consistency and prevent shortages
• Manage food and labor cost tracking; support the Pastry Chef with cost management and budgeting tools
• Provide leadership to the pastry team, including training, coaching, performance management, and scheduling
• Enforce hygiene, food safety, and sanitation standards in compliance with health codes and Aman protocols
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef, Executive Sous Chef, and other kitchen leaders to ensure menu synergy and operational efficiency
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen environment while adapting to changing business demands

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of pastry management experience in a luxury or high-end culinary environment
• Strong technical knowledge of pastry production, baking procedures, and kitchen operations
• Proven leadership skills with demonstrated ability to manage, train, and motivate culinary teams
• Highly organized with meticulous attention to detail and unwavering commitment to quality
• Proficiency in cost control, ordering, inventory management, and recipe standardization
• Ability to work collaboratively in fast-paced, dynamic environments
• Committed to food safety standards, sanitation, and professional kitchen practices
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as business demands
• Ability to handle multiple priorities with poise and professionalism under pressure

Skills

Experience

Minimum 5 years of pastry management experience in a luxury or high-end culinary setting. Hands-on expertise in all aspects of pastry production, including dough work, lamination, plating, and dessert presentations. Proven track record of leading culinary teams and managing kitchen operations in upscale hospitality environments.

Education

Culinary degree or professional pastry certification preferred. Equivalent hands-on experience in a luxury culinary environment is considered acceptable in lieu of formal credentials.

Workplace

Benefits

Aman Global Complimentary Night Programme; discounts on food and beverage, spa treatments, and Aman retail; one meal provided per shift; 401(k) plan with partial match after one year of service; free vision, dental, and life insurance; Amangiri covers 90% of medical health plan and 100% of vision and dental benefits; paid time off.

About Cerulean

Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.