Pastry Sous Chef: Michelin-Style Desserts & Team Lead

Black Sheep Restaurants Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 280,000 - 440,000; Full time

Job summary

Black Sheep Restaurants Limited in Hong Kong seeks a Pastry Sous Chef to support the Head Pastry Chef and Executive Chef, planning and leading the pastry section across outlets as needed. You will develop and produce dessert items aligned with the restaurant's vision, and oversee high-quality pastry production.

The ideal candidate has extensive pastry experience, familiarity with French/European desserts, and strong leadership, problem-solving, and English communication skills.

Qualifications

• Five years experience in professional pastry kitchens with a focus on French and European desserts.
• Higher education focused on Culinary and Pastry.
• Experience working two a Michelin Star level.
• Strong business acumen.
• Excellent command of English; other European languages (French/Italian) a plus.
• Experience working internationally.
• Proficient in leading teams and problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Responsible to support the Head Pastry Chef plan, organise and lead the pastry section of the kitchen within budgeted guidelines and to the highest standards.
• Work with the Head Pastry Chef to develop, plan and implement dessert items in line with the vision of the restaurant.
• Oversee the consistent preparation of high-quality pastry and menu items.
• Understand guests preferences, suggest new menu items, host tastings for sign off of new dishes.
• Continuously seek to develop knowledge of your craft, learning new techniques and recipes.
• Exceed standards of food quality, safety, hygiene, cleanliness and maintenance.
• Follow best practice for ordering/receiving/handling/storing dry and fresh goods to minimize wastage.
• Update production schedules, recipe cards, and plating guides.
• Implement Black Sheep Restaurants policies and procedures by developing plans/ checklists
• Take ownership of inventory and cost control, ensuring spending falls in line with budgets.
• Support on-the-job training, onboarding new starters and ongoing team development.
• Where relevant provide guidance, leadership and direction to fellow team members/ junior pastry chefs.
• Build trust by understanding and believing in Black Sheep Restaurants Core Principles.
• Take a keen interest in food, wine, the hospitality industry and trends as well as happenings across the Black Sheep Restaurants community.
• Ensure that chefs are groomed, dressed in proper uniforms and adhering to the Four Seasons grooming standards.
• Ensure kitchen equipment and supplies are maintained clean, sanitized and in a good working condition.
• Attend regular managerial meetings to present to founders and Senior team members.

Skills

Pastry leadership

Dessert development

French/European desserts

English proficiency

Education

Culinary/Pastry education

Job description

Black Sheep Restaurants Limited in Hong Kong seeks a Pastry Sous Chef to support the Head Pastry Chef and Executive Chef, planning and leading the pastry section across outlets as needed. You will develop and produce dessert items aligned with the restaurant's vision, and oversee high-quality pastry production.

The ideal candidate has extensive pastry experience, familiarity with French/European desserts, and strong leadership, problem-solving, and English communication skills.