Commis Pastry Chef

Elements of Byron; Byron Bay; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Staff training & development

Annual/fortnightly staff awards

Refer a friend incentive

Uniform provided

Parking on site

Job summary

Elements of Byron is seeking an experienced Pastry Chef to join our Pastry Team at our award-winning resort in Byron Bay. You will assist in the busy pastry section, delivering handcrafted breads, pastries and cakes, with a roster from 11.30am to 9.30pm, four days a week.

Commi/Demi level considered; sponsorship not available. Applicants must have Cert III in Commercial Cookery/Patisserie and be able to work weekends/public holidays in a luxury hotel environment, with a passion for artisan

Qualifications

• Experience as a Pastry Chef in a luxury hotel/resort or busy cafe environment.
• Full availability including weekends and public holidays.
• Commitment to food safety and quality standards.
• Permanent resident status or unrestricted rights to work in Australia.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the smooth operation of the pastry section, supplying breads, pastries and cakes.
• Follow recipes and plan time effectively during busy service.
• Support the pastry team during night shifts and peak periods.

Skills

Flexibility

Fast-paced environment

Attention to detail

Education

Cert III in Commercial Cookery/Patisserie

Job description

A little bit about us:

Located on fifty acres of absolute beachfront, Elements of Byron is an award-winning resort known for its laid-back luxury and exceptional guest experiences. Our resort features beautifully designed one and two-bedroom villas, diverse dining options, and world-class facilities that embody the best of Byron Bay. We take pride in offering barefoot luxury, ensuring unforgettable moments for both guests and staff in our stunning coastal paradise.

We have an opportunity available for an experienced Pastry chef to join our Pastry Team. You will be responsible for assisting in the smooth operation of our busy pastry section, supplying handcrafted breads, pastries and cakes. Your roster will be 11.30am - 9.30pm, 4 days a week, during a busy night you may stay back until 10pm.You will have breadmaking and/or pastry experience in a large kitchen with a passion for artisan baking techniques and a genuine passion for your craft. You will also need to be flexible, adaptable and have experience working in a fast paced service environment.

Ideally you will be available to start ASAP! We can consider someone at a Commi or Demi Level.

Please note we are not in a position to consider sponsorship.

We offer a high quality dining experience, with a strong emphasis on local fresh produce. Our main Restaurant Azure Bar and Grill is open for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner, multiple food outlets by our pools, this is a diverse role allowing for your creativity to flourish.

Requirements

• Previous experience working as a Pastry Chef in a luxury Hotel/Resort Restaurant or busy production Cafe environment
• Previous experience working as a Pastry Chef at a Commis or Demilevel.
• Full availability including weekends and public holidays
• Relevant commercial cookery qualifications, min requirement isa Cert III in Commercial Cookery/Patisserie
• Able to adapt to busy periods with a sense of urgency
• Willingness to learn newtechniques
• Able to follow recipes and plan your time accordingly
• Actively demonstrate pride in your work
• Comprehensive knowledge of food safety standards
• Only applicants that have permanent resident status or unrestricted rights to work in Australia will be considered
• Restaurant, Accommodation and Spa treatment staff discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Full Day Orientation and dedicated departmental training
• Annual and fortnightly staff awards
• Refer a friend incentive
• Stability and long term employment opportunities for the right candidate
• Work in a beautiful beach side award winning resort
• Uniform provided and parking available on site