Head Pastry Chef

Urbanlogic Ltd; Funchal; On-site; EUR 14,000 - 16,000; Full time

Job summary

Urbanlogic Ltd in Funchal is seeking a Head Pastry Chef to oversee the pastry operations at a luxury hotel. You will craft and implement new dessert menus, manage inventory and orders, and lead a team of pastry chefs to uphold exceptional quality and presentation.

The ideal candidate has at least 5 years’ experience in a high-end setting, with a culinary arts degree preferred. Strong pastry technique knowledge and leadership skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years as a Pastry Chef in a luxury hotel or fine dining restaurant.
• A degree or certification in culinary arts is preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of pastry techniques, ingredients, and equipment; passion for innovative, visually stunning desserts.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all pastry department operations and quality.
• Create and implement new dessert menus.
• Train and supervise a team of pastry chefs.
• Ensure health and safety standards are followed.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Menu development

Inventory management

Food safety

Education

Culinary arts degree

Tools

Pastry equipment knowledge

Job description

Head Pastry Chef

As the Head Pastry Chef, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the pastry department at our luxury hotel in Funchal. Your main duties will include creating and executing new dessert menus, managing inventory and ordering supplies, training and supervising a team of pastry chefs, maintaining high standards of food quality and presentation, and ensuring compliance with all health and safety regulations.

To excel in this role, you should have at least 5 years of experience as a Pastry Chef in a high-end restaurant or hotel setting. A degree or certification in the culinary arts is preferred. You must have extensive knowledge of pastry techniques, ingredients, and equipment, as well as a passion for creating innovative and visually stunning desserts. Strong leadership skills are essential for effectively managing your team and collaborating with other departments.

This is a full-time position with a salary of $1500 per month. The ideal candidate should be flexible with their schedule as this role may require working early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays. You must also be physically fit to stand for long periods of time and lift heavy objects.

Our hotel values diversity and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.