Job Description

Job Summary:
We are seeking a skilled and creative Pastry Chef to join our culinary team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for baking and dessert presentation, with expertise in crafting high-quality pastries, cakes, bread, and other sweet delicacies. The Pastry Chef will oversee the pastry section, ensuring consistency, quality, and innovation in all dessert offerings while maintaining kitchen hygiene and efficiency.
Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and bake a variety of pastries, desserts, cakes, bread, and confectionery items according to established recipes and standards.
• Develop new and innovative pastry recipes, seasonal menus, and special desserts.
• Decorate and present pastries and desserts in an appealing and artistic manner.
• Monitor ingredient stock levels, order supplies, and ensure proper storage of perishables.
• Maintain a clean and organized pastry station, adhering to food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Train and supervise junior pastry staff, ensuring proper techniques and consistency.
• Collaborate with the culinary team to coordinate dessert offerings with overall menu themes.
• Manage baking schedules to ensure timely production and freshness of all pastry items.
• Control food costs by minimizing waste and optimizing ingredient usage.
• Stay updated with industry trends and incorporate new techniques and flavors into pastry creations.

• Proven experience as a Pastry Chef, Baker, or relevant role in a professional kitchen.
• Strong knowledge of baking techniques, ingredients, and equipment.
• Creativity and artistic ability in dessert decoration and plating.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent time-management and organisational skills.
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards (ServSafe certification a plus).
• Culinary school diploma or relevant certification in pastry arts preferred.

• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift heavy bags of flour or other ingredients (up to 50 lbs).
• Comfortable working in a hot kitchen environment.