Head Pastry Chef

EliteService Staffing; Svalbard; On-site; NOK 134,000 - 161,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Paid vacation time

Job summary

EliteService Staffing is seeking a Head Pastry Chef in Svalbard to oversee the pastry department in a high-end restaurant. You will design pastries, train the team, and ensure top-quality presentation.

With 5+ years in pastry, a culinary degree or pastry certification is preferred. You will manage events, coordinate with other departments, and work weekend and holiday shifts. Competitive monthly salary offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a pastry chef.
• Degree or certification in culinary arts or pastry making preferred.
• Strong leadership and teamwork skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all aspects of the pastry department.
• Create and design new pastries and desserts.
• Train and supervise the pastry team to maintain high standards.
• Ensure pastries are prepared and presented to the highest standard.
• Create menus for special events such as weddings or parties.

Skills

Leadership

Time management

Creativity

Communication

Education

Culinary arts degree or pastry certification

Job description

Head Pastry Chef

As a Head Pastry Chef, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of the pastry department in our high-end restaurant located in Svalbard.

Your main duties will include creating and designing new pastries and desserts, training and supervising the pastry team, and ensuring that all pastries are prepared and presented to the highest standard.

You should have at least 5 years of experience as a pastry chef, with knowledge of various pastry techniques and ingredients. A degree or certification in culinary arts or pastry making is preferred. You must also have strong leadership skills, as you will be managing a team of pastry chefs and assistants.

As a Head Pastry Chef, you must have excellent time management skills to ensure that all pastries are prepared on time for service. You should also be creative and have a passion for experimenting with new flavors and designs. Attention to detail is crucial in this role, as presentation is key in the world of pastries.

In addition to overseeing the daily operations of the pastry department, you will also be responsible for creating menus for special events such as weddings or parties. As such, strong communication skills are essential to effectively collaborate with other departments.

This position requires working flexible hours including weekends and holidays. You must be able to handle high-pressure situations while maintaining a positive attitude. Physical stamina is also important as this job may require standing for long periods of time.

We offer a competitive salary of 1400$ per month.

• medical insurance
• paid vacation time

Our company values creativity, innovation, and teamwork, so if you possess these qualities, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity as our Head Pastry Chef in Svalbard!