Job Description
Job Summary
- As a Pastry Chef, you will be responsible for creating a wide variety of baked goods and desserts with a focus on quality, presentation, and consistency.
- You will lead or support the pastry section of the kitchen in preparing items such as cakes, cookies, pastries, tarts, breads, and plated desserts.
- Your role also includes maintaining a clean and organized workspace, managing inventory, and ensuring compliance with food safety standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and bake a variety of pastries, desserts, cakes, cookies, bread, and other baked goods
- Follow and refine recipes while ensuring high-quality standards in taste, texture, and appearance
- Decorate and present finished items with attention to detail and creativity
- Collaborate with the Head Chef on seasonal specials, custom orders, and dessert menu development
- Monitor and manage pastry inventory, including ordering ingredients and reducing waste
- Ensure the pastry section meets hygiene and food safety standards at all times
- Supervise and train junior pastry staff (if applicable)
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workstation
- Operate pastry equipment and ovens safely and efficiently
- Stay updated on industry trends, techniques, and plating styles.
Requirements & Skills
- Interested candidates should possess an FSLC qualification with 2 - 5 years work experience.
- Proven experience as a Pastry Chef or Baker in a commercial kitchen
- Strong knowledge of pastry techniques, baking methods, and dessert presentation
- Creativity and passion for pastry arts
- Familiarity with food safety standards and kitchen hygiene
- Attention to detail and ability to follow recipes precisely
- Ability to multitask and work well under pressure
- Good communication and teamwork skills
- Willingness to work flexible shifts, including early mornings, weekends, and holidays
Preferred Qualifications:
- Diploma or certification in Culinary Arts, Baking, or Pastry
- Experience working in high-volume restaurants, hotels, or pastry shops
- Knowledge of international desserts and contemporary pastry trends.