Head Pastry Chef

Work corp; Porto; On-site; EUR 14,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid vacation days

Opportunities for career growth

Job summary

Work corp in Porto, Portugal, seeks an experienced Head Pastry Chef to oversee pastry production and lead a team in a luxury hotel. You will develop menus, mentor junior chefs, and ensure exquisite desserts that meet high standards.

You will be responsible for maintaining quality, managing costs, and collaborating with the culinary team to craft seasonal creations, while upholding strict food-safety practices in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Head Pastry Chef or similar in luxury hotel or fine dining.
• Strong knowledge of pastries, baking techniques and current industry trends.
• Creativity in designing new recipes while maintaining traditional favorites.

Responsibilities

• Develop new dessert recipes aligned with hotel concept and guest expectations.
• Create and maintain standards for presentation, quality, and taste of all pastries.
• Train and supervise pastry team, ensuring adherence to food safety standards and productivity.
• Manage inventory and ordering of ingredients, equipment, and supplies for the pastry department.
• Collaborate with other chefs to create menus using seasonal ingredients.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations.
• Manage food costs by monitoring portions and waste.

Skills

Team leadership

Pastry expertise

Menu development

Food safety knowledge

Time management

Creativity

Bilingual English/Portuguese

Education

Culinary arts degree

Leadership certification

Job description

Head Pastry Chef

We are seeking an experienced and creative Head Pastry Chef to join our team at a luxury hotel in Porto, Portugal. As the Head Pastry Chef, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of pastry production and managing a team of pastry chefs. Your main goal will be to create delicious and visually appealing desserts that will delight our guests.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop new dessert recipes that align with our hotel's concept and meet guests' expectations.
• Create and maintain a standard for presentation, quality, and taste of all pastries.
• Train and supervise a team of pastry chefs, ensuring they adhere to food safety standards and maintain a high level of productivity.
• Manage inventory and ordering of ingredients, equipment, and supplies for the pastry department.
• Collaborate with other chefs to create menus that incorporate seasonal ingredients.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations.
• Manage food costs by monitoring portion control and waste.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Head Pastry Chef or similar role in a luxury hotel or fine dining restaurant.
• Strong knowledge of different types of pastries, baking techniques, and current industry trends.
• Creativity in designing new recipes while also maintaining traditional favorites.
• Ability to manage a team effectively and provide guidance to junior chefs.
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and experience implementing them in daily operations.

Qualifications:

• Degree or certification in culinary arts or relevant field preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years experience as a pastry chef with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Fluent in Portuguese with strong communication skills; knowledge of English is an advantage.

We offer a competitive salary package of 1400$ per month along with benefits such as health insurance, paid vacation days, and opportunities for career growth within our hotel group. If you have a passion for creating delectable desserts and leading a team to success, we would love to hear from you.