Demi Chef Pastry

PT Knots Kue Karya; Jakarta Selatan; On-site; IDR 89,280,000 - 133,920,000; Full time

Job summary

PT Knots Kue Karya in South Jakarta is seeking a Demi Chef Pastry to support the pastry team with pastry, desserts, and baked goods. This full-time role reports to the Head Pastry Chef and focuses on quality, consistency, and growth of the bakery department.

You will assist in developing new recipes, managing prep, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization in the pastry section.

Qualifications

• Formal pastry training or culinary diploma.
• Experience in professional pastry production is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and cleanliness.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and produce pastries, cakes, and desserts to recipes.
• Assist Head Pastry Chef with menu development and seasonal items.
• Manage ingredient prep, temperatures, and portion control.
• Ensure quality and presentation standards before service.
• Maintain pastry station cleanliness and hygiene practices.
• Support junior staff and supervise as needed.

Skills

Pastry techniques

Lamination

Tempering

Decoration

Plating

Teamwork

Time management

Education

Culinary diploma / pastry training

Tools

Ovens

Mixers

Decorating tools

Job description

About the role

KNOTS is seeking a talented and passionate Demi Chef Pastry to join our culinary team in South Jakarta. This is a full-time position that plays a crucial role in our pastry operations, supporting the Head Pastry Chef in the creation and execution of high-quality pastries, desserts, and baked goods. As a Demi Chef Pastry, you will be instrumental in maintaining our standards of excellence whilst developing your expertise in pastry arts and contributing to the growth of our bakery and pastry department.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and produce a variety of pastries, cakes, desserts, and baked goods according to established recipes and quality standards
• Assist the Head Pastry Chef in developing new pastry recipes and seasonal menu items
• Manage ingredient preparation, including weighing, mixing, and tempering as per pastry requirements
• Monitor and maintain proper temperatures for chocolate work, dough fermentation, and other temperature-sensitive processes
• Ensure all pastry products meet company quality and presentation standards before service or delivery
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the pastry section, including proper food storage and hygiene practices
• Train and supervise junior pastry staff, providing guidance and feedback on technique and quality
• Control portion sizes and monitor food costs within the pastry department
• Collaborate with other kitchen departments to ensure seamless service and consistency across all offerings
• Keep up-to-date with current pastry trends and techniques to continuously improve our product offerings

What we're looking for

• Proven experience as a pastry chef or demi chef pastry in a professional kitchen, hotel, or established bakery
• Strong knowledge of pastry techniques, including lamination, tempering, decoration, and plating
• Expertise in working with various ingredients such as chocolate, sugar, flour, and other specialised pastry components
• Proficiency in using pastry equipment and tools, including ovens, mixers, and decorating equipment
• Excellent understanding of food safety, hygiene standards, and kitchen sanitation practices
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure whilst maintaining high standards of quality and presentation
• Strong attention to detail and consistency in product quality
• Excellent time management and organisational skills to meet production deadlines
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and communicate effectively with colleagues
• Flexibility to work varied shifts, including early mornings, weekends, and public holidays as required
• Culinary qualification or formal pastry training is highly desirable
• Knowledge of Indonesian and international pastry styles is a plus