Head Pastry Chef

SteelAxis; Svalbard; On-site; NOK 83,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid vacation

Growth opportunities

Job summary

SteelAxis in Svalbard, Norway is seeking a Head Pastry Chef to lead our pastry program, develop new menus, manage inventory and purchasing, and train a team of pastry chefs.

You will oversee production and presentation of desserts, maintain high standards for taste and appearance, ensure kitchen cleanliness, and work under pressure to deliver exceptional results in a remote location.

Candidates should bring 3+ years of pastry experience, with at least 1 year in a leadership role.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience as a Pastry Chef with at least 1 year in a leadership role.
• In-depth knowledge of baking techniques and methods.
• Ability to manage inventory and lead a team.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a menu of high-quality pastries and desserts.
• Create new recipes and adapt to dietary requirements.
• Manage inventory and order supplies within budget.
• Train and supervise a pastry team.
• Oversee production and presentation to meet standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the pastry kitchen.

Skills

Leadership

Pastry

Menu development

Inventory management

Time management

Job description

Profession Pastry Chef City Svalbard Norway We are in need of a skilled and experienced Head Pastry Chef to join our team in the beautiful city of Svalbard Norway As the Head Pastry Chef you will be responsible for creating and overseeing all aspects of our pastry program This includes developing new recipes managing inventory and ordering supplies as well as training and leading a team of pastry chefs

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a menu of high-quality pastries and desserts that align with our restaurants theme
• Create new recipes while also adapting existing ones to suit dietary restrictions or preferences
• Manage inventory levels to ensure ingredients and supplies are always available
• Order necessary supplies in a timely manner while also monitoring costs and staying within budget
• Train and supervise a team of pastry chefs providing guidance and support as needed
• Oversee the production and presentation of pastries to ensure they meet our standards for taste appearance and quality
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the pastry kitchen area

Requirements

• 3+ years experience as a Pastry Chef with at least 1 year in a leadership role
• In-depth knowledge of various baking techniques and methods
• Creativity in developing new recipes while also being able to follow existing ones
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to work efficiently under pressure
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to train and motivate a team
• Attention to detail for maintaining high standards in taste appearance and cleanliness

Salary

We offer a competitive salary of $900 per month along with other benefits such as health insurance paid vacation time and opportunities for growth within the company

If you are passionate about pastry-making have excellent leadership skills and are looking for an exciting opportunity in Svalbard