pastry chef

CUCINA478; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Pronto 478 is seeking a Pastry Chef to produce high-quality desserts and pastries for our Bentleigh location and growing wholesale range. The role covers both daily venue production and larger-batch production across restaurant, retail and wholesale lines.

You will manage pastry production, follow established recipes, ensure food safety and maintain exemplary presentation while supporting product development and seasonal offerings.

Qualifications

• Experience in pastry and dessert production in a commercial kitchen.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to maintain high standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and produce Italian desserts, cakes and pastries.
• Produce tiramisu and other desserts in individual retail portions and larger batches.
• Prepare gluten-free and vegan dessert options according to established recipes.
• Follow recipes, portion sizes and production procedures consistently.
• Assist with the development of new desserts and seasonal products.
• Manage pastry preparation and daily production schedules; monitor stock levels and organize ingredient ordering.
• Maintain accurate labelling, dating and product rotation.
• Minimise food waste and maintain appropriate food-cost controls.
• Maintain a clean, organised and hygienic pastry section.

Skills

Pastry production

Attention to detail

Food safety

Independent work

Team player

Job description

The Pastry Chef will be responsible for producing high-quality desserts and pastries consistently, while maintaining excellent food safety, presentation and production standards. The role will include both daily venue production and larger-batch production for our growing retail and wholesale range.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and produce Italian desserts, cakes and pastries
• Produce tiramisu and other desserts in individual retail portions and larger batches
• Prepare gluten-free and vegan dessert options according to established recipes
• Follow recipes, portion sizes and production procedures consistently
• Assist with the development of new desserts and seasonal products
• Manage pastry preparation and daily production schedulesMonitor stock levels and organise ingredient ordering
• Maintain accurate labelling, dating and product rotation
• Minimise food waste and maintain appropriate food-cost controls
• Maintain a clean, organised and hygienic pastry section

About you

• Has previous experience as a Pastry Chef, Pastry Cook or in a similar commercial kitchen role
• Has strong dessert and pastry production skills
• Is confident working independently and managing production
• Has excellent attention to detail
• Can maintain consistency when producing larger quantities
• Understands food safety, allergens and kitchen hygiene
• Is organised, reliable and able to work efficiently
• Works well as part of a team
• Has a genuine interest in Italian desserts and pastry

About us

Pronto 478 is an Italian food business in Bentleigh specialising in fresh Italian food, pastries, desserts and an expanding range of retail products.

• Stable position within an established Italian hospitality business
• Opportunity to work across restaurant, retail and wholesale production
• Opportunity to help develop new products and recipes
• Supportive and professional kitchen environment
• Potential for increased responsibility as our retail and production business expands