Chef de Partie Patisserie 100% (m/f/i)

About the job

An icon among Swiss hotels: The story of the Bürgenstock Resort Lake Lucerne began in 1873 – a story that still impresses and touches today. High up on the Bürgenberg lies an oasis of relaxation and a place of first-class hospitality. The Bürgenstock Resort and its approximately 700 employees from 54 nations offer the perfect setting for dazzling moments that remain memorable.

Three exclusive hotels, the Bürgenstock Hotel & Alpine Spa (5* Superior) with the two accommodation options The Contemporary and The Heritage, the Waldhotel by Bürgenstock (5* Superior), and the Taverne 1879 (3*) are available to guests. Each of these houses knows how to create a unique atmosphere. Ten restaurants, bars & lounges are the showcase for culinary excellence; in the award-winning Alpine Spa and Waldhotel Spa, guests find ultimate relaxation. The Bürgenstock Resort is not only a dream destination for travelers from all over the world but also a workplace with an excellent corporate culture.

The resort ranks 4th among the best employers in Switzerland 2023 in the category of gastronomy, tourism, accommodation, entertainment, and leisure, and received the official certification as a "Great Place to Work" in Switzerland 2025. Two awards that fill the entire team with pride.

To strengthen our team, we are looking for an immediate or agreed upon start for a

Chef de Partie Patisserie 100% (m/f/i)

This demanding role includes the preparation and supervision of desserts, ice cream, baked goods, buffets, and amenities according to our restaurant concepts. The guidelines of our standards for events and catering (from self-service buffets to upscale 5* events) must always be adhered to. You work strictly according to our hygiene concept and are also responsible for mise en place, order, and cleanliness at the patisserie station. You lead and train the employees at your station and ensure smooth processes at all times. You support the patisserie management and are responsible for planning and organizing the work within your area of responsibility.

You speak German, understand English, are flexible, creative, service-oriented, and work calmly and efficiently even under time and work pressure. You show high commitment, are reliable, and enjoy working in a young team. A clean and well-groomed appearance is a matter of course for you. A completed professional training as a cook or confectioner/pastry chef and several years of experience in patisserie are required.

You can expect a varied activity in a great team with many benefits, such as the staff house with a fitness studio, TV lounge, billiard room, and library. You receive discounts in the restaurants, at the hotel for overnight stays for you and your family and friends, discounts for tennis, golf, sports equipment as well as insurance and medical services. You can attend group courses at attractive prices and obtain REKA checks from us at preferential conditions. Travel by public transport is financially supported by the company, and parking spaces are offered at attractive prices. As an employee, you get access to the Beekeeper employee app, benefit from interesting training opportunities and internal advancement possibilities, and much more.

If you also identify with our values of enthusiasm, commitment, responsibility, and entrepreneurship (BEvU), then seize this unique opportunity for a varied role with great potential to learn new things and contribute to the success of the world-class resort in the heart of Switzerland.

We look forward to receiving your complete application documents with a cover letter, references, and photo.

Awards:

Swiss Location Awards «Switzerland's best meeting location»

World Travel Awards «Switzerland's Leading Luxury Hotel 2024»

World Spa Awards «World’s, Europe’s & Switzerland’s Best Hotel Spa 2024»

LHW Membership Awards «Remarkable Experience Award 2023»

Great Place To Work 2025

The New York Times’ «52 Places to Go in 2018»

Travel + Leisure «500 List 2021»

Handelszeitung «Best Employer in the Hospitality Sector 2023»

Falstaff Magazine «Best Hotel in Switzerland - No. 1»

Wine Spectator 2024 «Best Award of Excellence»

Swiss Bar Awards «Best Hotel Bar»

BÜRGENSTOCK HOTELS AG

Lukretia Keller

HR Manager

Bürgenstock 30

6363 Obbürgen