Pastry Sous Chef

About the Role

Nestled in the heart of Wyoming’s Platte River Valley, Brush Creek Ranch is where culinary excellence meets rustic elegance. Our luxury guest experiences are built on ingredient-driven menus, from-scratch craftsmanship, and bold creativity across multiple dining venues. Owned and operated by White Lodging, one of the country’s leading hospitality companies, we’re part of a portfolio that brings world-class standards and professional development to everything we do.

Responsibilities

• Lead the daily pastry operations, creating fresh desserts, breakfast breads, display pieces, and more across our ranch dining experiences.
• Oversee, train, and mentor pastry team members in techniques that emphasize quality and seasonality.
• Support the Executive Chef with menu development, recipe creation, and maintaining production timelines.
• Ensure compliance with local health codes, HACCP standards, and all White Lodging food safety SOPs.
• Monitor labor and food costs to align with operational budgets and profitability goals.
• Collaborate with FOH teams to ensure an exceptional guest experience from prep to plate.

Qualifications

• Culinary degree or equivalent training, with expertise in pastry, baking, and dessert preparation.
• Previous experience leading pastry production in a resort, hotel, or high-volume environment.
• Strong understanding of food safety standards and operational controls.
• A creative, seasonal, and quality-first approach to recipe and menu development.
• Leadership experience and the ability to foster a positive, respectful kitchen culture.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays in a dynamic hospitality setting.

Benefits

• Day 1 Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Vacation and Paid Time Off (PTO) with rollover
• 401(k) with company match
• Complimentary wellness tools
• Unlimited referral bonuses
• Leadership development opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Discounts on hotel rooms, dining, and other travel/entertainment experiences
• Multiple hotels in each market = more opportunities