Pastry Chef de Partie (Chocolatier)

About Four Seasons:

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.         

At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

About the location:

Nestled along a two-mile (3.2-kilometre) stretch of beach in Puerto Rico’s Bahia Beach community, Four Seasons Resort and Residences Puerto Rico is also surrounded by its own 483-acre (195-hectare) private nature reserve. The property is seamlessly integrated with its natural surroundings, allowing guests and residents to immerse themselves in the white sand beaches, verdant walking trails, and myriad outdoor activities – from golf, tennis, swimming and beyond.

About the role:

As Pastry Chocolatier Supervisor, you will play a key role within our Pastry team, overseeing daily production of chocolate and pastry items with an emphasis on precision, creativity, and presentation. You’ll ensure that every confection reflects the artistry and excellence synonymous with Four Seasons, inspiring your team to deliver desserts that are as visually stunning as they are delicious.

What you will do:

• Supervise and actively participate in the preparation of all chocolate, confectionery, and pastry items for restaurants, banquets, and retail.

• Maintain the highest standards of product quality, taste, and presentation in line with Four Seasons brand standards.

• Oversee daily production schedules, ensuring timely and consistent output while minimizing waste.

• Train, mentor, and support pastry and chocolate team members in techniques such as tempering, molding, filling, glazing, and decorating.

• Collaborate closely with the Pastry Chef on seasonal menu development and creative chocolate displays.

• Monitor inventory levels, order ingredients, and ensure proper storage and handling of chocolate and pastry components.

• Maintain strict adherence to food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards (HACCP).

• Ensure equipment and tools are properly maintained and in safe working condition.

• Foster a positive and respectful work environment, embodying the Golden Rule culture of treating others as you wish to be treated.

What you bring:

• Proficiency in written and spoken English and Spanish

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in fine-dining pastry or luxury hotel chocolate production.

• Proven technical expertise in chocolate tempering, confectionery, and advanced pastry techniques.

• Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to train and motivate a diverse team.

What we are offering you:

Four Seasons believes in offering the best to the best when it comes to employee benefits! Here is what we are offering you:

• Lucrative salary!

• Market-leading benefits package that includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401K with employer matching!

• Time off plans starting on the day of hire!

• An opportunity to be a part of a cohesive team in an inclusive work environment!

• Complimentary and discounted hotel stays around the world!

• Wellbeing and mental health initiatives and focused company!

• Embracement and promotion of diversity in our workplace!

• Complimentary employee meals and beverages!

• Tuition reimbursement!