Pastry Chef — Craft Desserts & Memorable Hospitality

Hilton; Auckland; On-site; NZD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Hilton New Zealand Auckland is seeking a skilled Pastry Chef to lead pastry production in our hotel's kitchen, delivering show-stopping desserts and memorable guest experiences every day. You will work closely with the Senior Chef de Partie and Culinary Director to develop seasonal pastry menus, maintain the highest standards of quality, safety, and presentation, and support budgeting and cost controls.

With strong organisational skills and a positive, collaborative spirit, you’ll inspire the

Qualifications

• High school qualification or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years' pastry kitchen experience in hotel, bakery or restaurant.
• Formal culinary training or hospitality qualification preferred.
• Strong knowledge of pastry preparation and baking techniques.
• Basic Food Hygiene training or certificate.

Responsibilities

• Prepare pastries, desserts, and baked goods to high quality, cost targets and profitability.
• Collaborate with Senior Chef de Partie and Culinary Director to enhance pastry menus.
• Engage with guests to address pastry-related questions and feedback.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and reporting for pastry operations.
• Follow pastry kitchen systems and workflows for efficient operations.
• Uphold health, safety, sanitation and alcohol awareness standards.

Skills

Organisation skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Work under pressure

Education

High school qualification or equivalent

2 years pastry kitchen experience

Formal culinary training preferred

Basic Food Hygiene certificate

Sound knowledge of pastry & food presentation

Job description

Hilton New Zealand Auckland is seeking a skilled Pastry Chef to lead pastry production in our hotel's kitchen, delivering show-stopping desserts and memorable guest experiences every day. You will work closely with the Senior Chef de Partie and Culinary Director to develop seasonal pastry menus, maintain the highest standards of quality, safety, and presentation, and support budgeting and cost controls.

With strong organisational skills and a positive, collaborative spirit, you’ll inspire the