Luxury Resort Pastry Chef — Creative Desserts in Funchal

PrimeForge Manufacturing; Funchal; On-site; EUR 9,700 - 12,000; Full time

Job summary

PrimeForge Manufacturing seeks a skilled Pastry Chef for our luxury resort in Funchal, Portugal. You will craft pastries and desserts for all resort outlets, lead the pastry kitchen, and ensure top-quality presentation and portion control.

The role requires proven pastry chef experience in high-end settings, strong technical pastry knowledge, and leadership abilities. Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Pastry Chef in luxury hotels/resorts.
• Strong knowledge of pastry methods, baking and decoration.
• Ability to manage inventory and control food costs while maintaining quality.
• Excellent time management and ability to work under pressure.
• Leadership skills to train junior chefs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and create pastries and desserts for resort restaurants, room service, events, and special occasions.
• Lead pastry kitchen operations, ordering ingredients, inventory, cleanliness and organization.
• Oversee junior pastry chefs and ensure high quality presentation and portions.
• Collaborate with chefs to design menus catering to dietary needs and guest preferences.
• Monitor food costs and maintain profitability while upholding quality standards.
• Train new pastry staff on techniques, recipes, and safety procedures.
• Collaborate with other chefs to develop menus that offer a diverse range of pastries to cater to different dietary requirements or preferences.

Skills

Pastry chef experience

Creativity

Culinary techniques

Inventory & cost control

Leadership

Attention to detail

Job description

PrimeForge Manufacturing seeks a skilled Pastry Chef for our luxury resort in Funchal, Portugal. You will craft pastries and desserts for all resort outlets, lead the pastry kitchen, and ensure top-quality presentation and portion control.

The role requires proven pastry chef experience in high-end settings, strong technical pastry knowledge, and leadership abilities. Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates.