Pastry Assistant

Baoase Curaçao; Willemstad; On-site; EUR 18,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Baoase Curaçao is seeking a skilled Pastry Assistant to join our culinary team in a luxury resort setting. You will help prepare pastry items, ensure consistency in flavor and presentation, and maintain a clean, organized workstation.

Under the Pastry Chef’s guidance, you’ll assist with desserts and baked goods, follow recipes, uphold food safety and HACCP standards, and thrive in a fast-paced environment while supporting a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Basic pastry training or relevant kitchen experience.
• Solid pastry fundamentals: mixing, baking, plating.
• Strong organization, storage, and cleanliness practices.
• Accurate recipe following to maintain consistency.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and HACCP.
• Punctual, reliable, and detail-oriented.
• Works well under pressure in fast-paced settings.
• Positive attitude and strong teamwork.
• Flexible to work weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation and production of pastry items with consistent quality.
• Support Pastry Chef in daily operations and desserts development.
• Follow procedures for mixing, baking, decorating, storing products.
• Maintain clear communication to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
• Learn new techniques and contribute to innovative pastry items.

Skills

Pastry fundamentals

Kitchen experience

Organization & cleanliness

Recipe following

Food safety & HACCP

Punctual & reliable

Work under pressure

Teamwork

Flexible shifts

Job description

Are you a skilled and motivated Pastry Assistant with a passion for culinary excellence and a commitment to maintaining high kitchen standards? Join our team in a collaborative and dynamic environment!

Main Role & Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and production of pastry items, ensuring consistency in quality, presentation, and flavor while maintaining a clean, organized, and efficient workstation.
• Support the Pastry Chef and senior team members in daily operations, contributing to the creation and execution of desserts, baked goods, and other pastry menu items according to established recipes and standards.
• Follow proper procedures for mixing, baking, decorating, and storing products, ensuring adherence to hygiene, safety, and food handling regulations.
• Maintain clear communication with colleagues and supervisors to ensure smooth kitchen operations, timely service, and alignment with production schedules.
• Demonstrate initiative by learning new techniques, improving skills, and assisting in developing innovative pastry items under the guidance of the Pastry Chef.

Essential Skills & Requirements

• Basic pastry training or relevant kitchen experience
• Strong understanding of pastry fundamentals (mixing, baking, plating)
• Familiarity with organization, storage, and cleanliness standards
• Ability to follow recipes accurately and maintain consistency
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and HACCP procedures
• Punctual, reliable, and detail-oriented
• Works well under pressure and in a fast-paced environment
• Positive attitude and strong teamwork skills
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays