Wagashi Pastry Chef: Japanese & South American Fusion

HIRO; Antwerpen; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Artistic freedom

Competitive salary

Growth potential

Job summary

HIRO is seeking a talented Top Pastry Chef in Antwerp, Belgium, to combine Japanese wagashi techniques with South American flavours in unique dessert creations. This role offers artistic freedom, opportunities for culinary innovation, and the chance to make a significant impact within an international high-end concept.

The ideal candidate should have over 2 years of high-end pastry experience, strong aesthetic sense, and fluency in English and Spanish. Mentoring junior pastry chefs and collaborating with product development teams will be essential aspects of the job.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in high end pastry.
• At least 6 months of training or work experience in Japan, ideally in wagashi or traditional Japanese pastry.
• Proven experience working in South American culinary traditions.
• Strong aesthetic sense and technical mastery.

Responsibilities

• Develop and perfect desserts inspired by Japanese wagashi techniques.
• Integrate South American flavours and textures into innovative pastry concepts.
• Collaborate closely with chefs and product development teams.
• Ensure top-level quality, presentation, and consistency across creations.
• Mentor and inspire junior pastry chefs.

Skills

Experience in high-end pastry

Wagashi techniques

South American culinary traditions

Fluency in English

Fluency in Spanish

Creativity

Job description

HIRO is seeking a talented Top Pastry Chef in Antwerp, Belgium, to combine Japanese wagashi techniques with South American flavours in unique dessert creations. This role offers artistic freedom, opportunities for culinary innovation, and the chance to make a significant impact within an international high-end concept.

The ideal candidate should have over 2 years of high-end pastry experience, strong aesthetic sense, and fluency in English and Spanish. Mentoring junior pastry chefs and collaborating with product development teams will be essential aspects of the job.