Lead Pastry Chef - Fine Dining Dessert Innovator

GlobalProcure; Svalbard; On-site; NOK 11,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

GlobalProcure's renowned restaurant in Svalbard is seeking a Head Pastry Chef to lead and refine our pastry program. You will create and oversee all pastry and dessert offerings, ensuring exceptional quality and presentation.

You will design menus, manage inventory and equipment, train a team of pastry cooks, monitor costs, and uphold food safety standards while collaborating with chefs to harmonize the overall menus.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Pastry Chef or similar role in a fine dining establishment.
• In-depth knowledge of various baking techniques ingredients and equipment.
• Creative flair for developing unique and visually appealing pastries and desserts.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to train motivate and manage a team.
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality products consistently.
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings weekends and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop new pastry and dessert menu items that reflect the restaurants concept and elevate the dining experience
• Oversee all aspects of the pastry kitchen including ordering ingredients managing inventory and maintaining equipment
• Train mentor and supervise a team of pastry cooks to ensure consistency in the quality of pastries and desserts
• Monitor food costs and maintain budgeted food cost percentages
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and maintain cleanliness in the pastry kitchen
• Collaborate with other chefs to create harmonious menus that complement each other
• Stay updated with industry trends and incorporate them into the pastry program as appropriate

Skills

Pastry chef experience

Leadership

Time management

Attention to detail

Tools

Bakery equipment knowledge

Job description

GlobalProcure's renowned restaurant in Svalbard is seeking a Head Pastry Chef to lead and refine our pastry program. You will create and oversee all pastry and dessert offerings, ensuring exceptional quality and presentation.

You will design menus, manage inventory and equipment, train a team of pastry cooks, monitor costs, and uphold food safety standards while collaborating with chefs to harmonize the overall menus.