Pastry Chef | Crowne Plaza Kathmandu Pulchowk

At Crowne Plaza Kathmandu Pulchowk, we believe in the beauty of balance, where contemporary elegance, purposeful service, and meaningful connections come together. Nestled in the vibrant heart of city, our new upcoming hotel offers 175 thoughtfully designed rooms, exceptional dining destinations, rejuvenating wellness spaces, and versatile venues for inspired meetings and events.

We create truly memorable dining experiences through creativity, quality ingredients, and exceptional culinary craftsmanship. But could you be the one adding the perfect finishing touch to every guest experience? We’re searching for a Pastry Chef to lead our pastry and bakery operations and inspire our culinary team in delivering exceptional desserts, baked goods, and sweet creations that delight every guest.

A little taste of your day-to-day:

Every day is different, but you’ll mostly be:
● Managing the daily operations of the pastry and bakery section to ensure the consistent preparation and presentation of high-quality desserts and baked products
● Creating innovative pastry menus, desserts, cakes, breads, and specialty items aligned with brand standards and guest preferences
● Supervising and training pastry team members while maintaining a positive and collaborative kitchen environment
● Ensuring all food preparation and presentation meet hotel quality, hygiene, and food safety standards
● Monitoring inventory levels, food costs, and ordering requirements to maintain operational efficiency and minimize waste
● Coordinating closely with Culinary, Food & Beverage, and Banquet teams to support restaurant operations, events, and special occasions
● Maintaining pastry equipment and work areas to ensure cleanliness, safety, and operational readiness
● Supporting seasonal promotions, festive offerings, and creative culinary experiences for guests

What We need from you:

● Diploma or higher education qualification in Culinary Arts, Pastry Arts, Hotel Management, or related field preferred
● Minimum 5–7 years of pastry or bakery experience within a hotel, resort, or upscale restaurant environment, including supervisory experience preferred
● Strong knowledge of pastry preparation, baking techniques, dessert presentation, and food safety standards
● Creativity and passion for delivering exceptional culinary experiences
● Ability to lead and motivate teams in a fast-paced kitchen environment
● Good organizational, communication, and time management skills
● Knowledge of HACCP, food hygiene, and workplace safety standards as required by local regulations

What you can expect from us:  

We give our people everything they need to succeed. From a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life – including a full uniform, impressive room discounts and some of the best training in the business. 

Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate differences and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. 

IHG gives every member of the team the room they need to belong, grow and make a difference in a collaborative environment. We know that to work well, we need to feel well – both inside and outside of work – and through our myWellbeing framework, we are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health, lifestyle, and workplace.  

So, join us and you’ll become part of our ever-growing global family.