Prestige Pastry Chef - High-Volume Hotel & Events

Mygration Pty Ltd; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Mygration Pty Ltd is assisting a prestigious hotel group in South Brisbane, seeking a Pastry Cook to join their culinary team. You will craft pastries using Australian-sourced ingredients for high-profile conferences, galas, and outlets such as Belle Époque, The Reserve, Terrace, Firma.

You will weigh ingredients, bake, decorate, and ensure HACCP compliance, working in a busy events calendar with a dedicated team. Immediate start, full-time, immersion in a luxurious hospitality setting.

Qualifications

• Formal patisserie or commercial cookery qualification is essential.
• Minimum 2 years full-time pastry kitchen experience in high-volume hotel, conference centre, or restaurant environment.
• Strong baking techniques and pastry arts knowledge.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage a busy events calendar.
• Knowledge of HACCP and food safety practices.
• Creative dessert presentation and use of quality ingredients.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and portion pastry fillings, creams, and doughs for high-volume events.
• Decorate and finish cakes, tarts, and pastries with precision and artistry.
• Glaze and decorate plated desserts and buffet displays to match luxury standards.
• Coordinate pastry production with events team for galas and conferences.
• Weigh ingredients and mix doughs for consistent pastries.
• Operate mixing, sheeting, and moulding equipment effectively.
• Oversee baking process and monitor ovens for optimal color and texture.
• Cool and plate baked goods for final presentation.
• Perform pre-service checks of pastry equipment and workspace for safety and hygiene.

Skills

Baking techniques

Dessert presentation

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Patisserie or Commercial Cookery qualification

Job description

Mygration Pty Ltd is assisting a prestigious hotel group in South Brisbane, seeking a Pastry Cook to join their culinary team. You will craft pastries using Australian-sourced ingredients for high-profile conferences, galas, and outlets such as Belle Époque, The Reserve, Terrace, Firma.

You will weigh ingredients, bake, decorate, and ensure HACCP compliance, working in a busy events calendar with a dedicated team. Immediate start, full-time, immersion in a luxurious hospitality setting.