Pastry Chef - Filipino Cuisine

Family Assist; Gouvernement Hawalli; On-site; KWD 4,700 - 6,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Family Assist in Hawalli, Kuwait, is hiring an experienced Pastry Chef to craft Filipino-inspired desserts and pastries that elevate the menu and delight guests. You will lead pastry prep, supervise junior staff, and collaborate with the kitchen during busy service while maintaining high standards of quality, cleanliness, and presentation.

A passion for Filipino sweets and strong organizational skills are essential, with the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Proven Pastry Chef experience in a Filipino restaurant or similar setting.
• Knowledge of traditional Filipino desserts and pastries.
• Creativity to develop new pastry ideas.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills with team members.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute pastry recipes for the menu, from traditional Filipino desserts to modern creations.
• Prepare all pastry items according to established recipes and presentation guidelines.
• Decorate pastries using piping, glazing, and sculpting techniques.
• Monitor pastry inventory and place orders as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized workstation at all times.
• Train and supervise junior pastry staff.
• Collaborate with the kitchen team to ensure smooth operations during busy periods.

Skills

Pastry experience

Filipino desserts

Creativity

Organizational skills

Work under pressure

Communication

Attention to detail

Job description

Pastry Chef - Filipino Cuisine

We are a renowned restaurant in Hawalli, specializing in Filipino cuisine and we are seeking an experienced and creative Pastry Chef to join our team. As a Pastry Chef, you will be responsible for creating delicious and visually appealing desserts and pastries that complement our menu and satisfy our customers' sweet cravings.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute pastry recipes for our menu, ranging from traditional Filipino desserts to modern creations
• Prepare all pastry items according to established recipes and presentation guidelines
• Decorate pastries using various techniques such as piping, glazing, and sculpting
• Monitor inventory levels of pastry ingredients and supplies, placing orders as needed
• Maintain a clean and organized work station at all times
• Train and supervise junior pastry staff members
• Collaborate with the kitchen team to ensure smooth operations during busy periods

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Pastry Chef, preferably in a Filipino restaurant or similar setting
• Knowledge of traditional Filipino desserts and pastries
• Creativity and ability to develop new pastry ideas
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication skills
• Attention to detail

Salary

We offer a competitive salary of 1600$ per month for this full-time position.

Benefits

• health insurance, paid time off, and opportunities for growth within the company

Location

Our restaurant is located in the bustling city of Hawalli, known for its diverse culinary scene. We welcome applicants of all nationalities who share our passion for Filipino cuisine.