Pastry Chef

FutureHire; Norway; On-site; NOK 167,000 - 201,000; Full time

Job summary

FutureHire is seeking a Pastry Chef for its bakery in Os, Norway. You will craft pastries, cakes, cookies, and breads, and lead kitchen operations ensuring top quality and on-time production. You’ll drive new recipes, manage inventory, and supervise assistants while upholding food safety and cleanliness.

This role requires proven pastry experience, baking knowledge, and the creativity to develop seasonal items. Flexibility for weekend hours is expected as part of a fast-paced kitchen team.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a pastry chef or baker
• In-depth knowledge of baking techniques, ingredients, and equipment
• Creativity and ability to develop new recipes and menu items
• Strong attention to detail for decorating pastries
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent time management skills
• Good communication skills
• Knowledge of food safety regulations
• Availability to work flexible hours including weekends

Responsibilities

• Create and prepare different types of pastries, including cakes, cookies, breads, and other desserts
• Develop new recipes and menu items based on seasonal ingredients and customer preferences
• Ensure that all baked goods are made with high-quality ingredients
• Decorate pastries using various techniques to enhance visual appeal
• Maintain inventory levels and order supplies as needed
• Oversee the work of assistants in the kitchen to ensure efficient production
• Adhere to food safety regulations and maintain a clean and organized kitchen area
• Collaborate with management to create special orders for events or holidays

Skills

Pastry experience

Baking techniques

Creativity

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Food safety knowledge

Job description

Pastry Chef

As a Pastry Chef at our bakery in Os, you will be responsible for creating and preparing a wide variety of delectable pastries and desserts. Your main goal will be to ensure customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality baked goods that meet their expectations. You will also be responsible for managing inventory, ordering supplies, and maintaining a clean and organized kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Create and prepare different types of pastries, including cakes, cookies, breads, and other desserts
• Develop new recipes and menu items based on seasonal ingredients and customer preferences
• Ensure that all baked goods are made with high-quality ingredients
• Decorate pastries using various techniques to enhance visual appeal
• Maintain inventory levels and order supplies as needed
• Oversee the work of assistants in the kitchen to ensure efficient production
• Adhere to food safety regulations and maintain a clean and organized kitchen area
• Collaborate with management to create special orders for events or holidays

Requirements

• Proven experience as a pastry chef or baker
• In-depth knowledge of baking techniques, ingredients, and equipment
• Creativity and ability to develop new recipes and menu items
• Strong attention to detail for decorating pastries
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent time management skills
• Good communication skills
• Knowledge of food safety regulations
• Availability to work flexible hours including weekends

Salary: $1500 per month

City: Os (Preference for local candidates)

Country: Norway (Preference for Norwegian or European candidates)