Assistant Pastry Chef

Pastry Pro; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 20,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent pastry company in Kuala Lumpur seeks an experienced Pastry Chef with 5-10 years in production kitchens. The role involves maintaining food safety, overseeing junior staff, and assisting in menu planning and R&D. A diploma in culinary arts is preferred alongside strong pastry skills and HACCP understanding. The candidate should thrive in fast-paced environments, especially during peak seasons, and possess solid organizational and communication abilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5-10 years of pastry experience, ideally in production kitchens.
• Strong understanding of HACCP and food safety compliance.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain proper food handling, storage, and labeling.
• Assign daily tasks to junior staff and conduct briefings.
• Assist in planning seasonal menu items.

Skills

Pastry preparation

Baking techniques

Menu planning

Research and development

Team supervision

Education

Diploma in Pastry/Baking/Culinary Arts

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

HACCP & Food Safety

Maintain proper food handling, storage, and labeling.

Record chiller and freezer temperatures daily.

Ensure workstation hygiene and cleanliness.

Follow SOPs for sanitation and allergen control.

Inventory & Ordering

Monitor daily stock levels of ingredients and packaging.

Update stock usage records.

Prepare routine order lists for Pastry Chef’s approval.

Check and receive supplier deliveries.

Perform daily equipment cleaning and basic maintenance (e.g., wiping, lubricating, checking seals).

Ensure equipment is shut down and cleaned at end of day.

Team Management

Assign daily tasks to junior staff and helpers.

Conduct daily briefings and communicate production targets.

Ensure team follows hygiene and safety standards.

Operations Support

Keep workstations organized and clean.

Prepare production sheets and labels.

Assist in packing and dispatch preparations when required.

Menu Planning & Seasonal Items

Assist the Pastry Chef in planning seasonal menus (Christmas, CNY, Raya, etc.).

Review product performance and propose improvements.

Evaluate new ingredient options or substitutes.

Research & Development (R&D)

Conduct trials and test batches for new products.

Adjust recipes to improve cost, texture, stability, or yield.

Develop documentation for new recipes (BOM, methods, specs).

Support scaling up new products from test batch to production.

Advanced HACCP & Food Safety

Participate in monthly internal HACCP audits.

Update HACCP documentation when production processes change.

Assist in preparing for external audits or inspections.

Inventory Management & Cost Control

Perform monthly stock counts and reconcile discrepancies.

Evaluate ingredient usage and suggest cost‑saving measures.

Work on reducing wastage and improving production efficiency.

Equipment Management

Assist in quarterly equipment calibration or servicing.

Coordinate with maintenance team for repairs or replacements.

Suggest upgrades or new equipment needed for R&D or efficiency.

Conduct training sessions for new staff on recipes, equipment use, HACCP, and SOPs.

Provide performance feedback and identify skills gaps.

Assist in onboarding new production team members.

Special Projects

Support large‑scale orders or festive bulk production planning.

Assist in operational improvements (new workflow, layout changes).

Conduct shelf‑life testing for new or improved products.

JOB REQUIREMENT

Minimum 5‑10 years of pastry experience, preferably in production kitchens, R&D, or high‑volume environments.

Diploma or certification in Pastry/Baking/Culinary Arts preferred.

Strong knowledge of pastry preparation, baking techniques, menu planning, R&D, and kitchen equipment operation.

Understanding of HACCP and food safety compliance.

Experience in team supervision or kitchen leadership is preferred.

Strong organizational, time management, and communication skills.

Able to work in a fast‑paced environment and during peak seasons.

Computer knowledge for Microsoft Word & Excel