Luxury Pastry Chef - Dessert Innovator for Funchal Hotel

Work in USA; Funchal; On-site; EUR 14,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Work in USA is seeking a Pastry Chef for a luxury hotel in Funchal, Portugal. You will craft pastries and desserts for the hotel restaurant and special events, showcasing creativity and high-quality standards.

You will lead a pastry team, plan menus, manage inventory, ensure safety and cleanliness, and collaborate with the executive chef to keep menus fresh and appealing. Fluent English is required; Portuguese skills are preferred; a valid Portugal work permit is needed.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a pastry chef or baker in a high-end restaurant or hotel.
• Extensive knowledge of pastry techniques, ingredients and equipment.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail.
• Excellent time management and ability to train/motivate a team.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and present a wide variety of pastries and desserts according to established recipes and standards.
• Manage inventory and ordering of ingredients to ensure freshness and availability.
• Train and supervise junior pastry chefs and kitchen staff to maintain quality standards.
• Collaborate with the executive chef to develop new menu items that meet guests’ needs.
• Adhere to all food safety and sanitation guidelines to maintain a safe work environment.
• Stay updated on current pastry industry trends and techniques to improve offerings.

Skills

Leadership

Time management

English proficiency

Portuguese preferred

Team training

Tools

Baking equipment

Job description

Work in USA is seeking a Pastry Chef for a luxury hotel in Funchal, Portugal. You will craft pastries and desserts for the hotel restaurant and special events, showcasing creativity and high-quality standards.

You will lead a pastry team, plan menus, manage inventory, ensure safety and cleanliness, and collaborate with the executive chef to keep menus fresh and appealing. Fluent English is required; Portuguese skills are preferred; a valid Portugal work permit is needed.