Technical Pastry Chef (Basic up to RM12,000)
Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia
RM 8,000.00 - 12,000.00 (Malaysian Ringgit)
About the Job
Company Background
We are representing our client; one of the leading pastries and bakeries in Perak, currently with 14 bakery outlets in Perak, along with 2 buzzing pastry cafés in Selangor.
Work Location: HQ in Ipoh, Perak (Central Kitchen). A new outlet will open in KL/Selangor in 2025.
- Accommodation allowance provided (for outstation candidates)
Main Responsibilities:
- Maintain the highest standards of quality and consistency across all products.
- Develop new recipes and refine existing ones to enhance product offerings while preserving the authenticity of baking traditions.
- Implement and oversee quality control processes to ensure that all products meet the company's standards for taste, texture, and presentation.
- Manage ingredient inventory, ensuring optimal freshness and availability of all necessary supplies.
- Provide training and mentorship to junior bakers and kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative and educational work environment.
- Work closely with the product development and management teams to introduce new and seasonal products, aligning with market trends and customer preferences.
- Adhere to and enforce all hygiene and safety regulations, maintaining a clean and organized kitchen workspace.
Requirements:
- Minimum 3 to 5 years of related working experience.
- Possess a culinary degree or equivalent certification in bakery or pastry arts, food science, or a related field.
- Proven experience as a Pastry Chef, Bakery Chef, or R&D Chef in the food industry, with a focus on bakery products.
- Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to mentor and inspire a team.
- Strong knowledge of baking techniques, ingredient functionality, and recipe formulation.
- Creativity, innovation, and passion for experimenting with flavors, textures, and presentations.
- Communication, collaboration, and presentation skills for working with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
- Attention to detail, accuracy, and adherence to food safety and quality standards.
- Familiarity with food regulations, labeling requirements, and industry best practices in bakery R&D.
Qualified and interested candidates may apply online or email your resume to balqis@talentrecruit.com.my.
Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.