Signature Pastry Chef: Creative Desserts & Menu Craft

RetailHub Sourcing; Funchal; On-site; EUR 14,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

RetailHub Sourcing in Funchal is seeking a Pastry Chef to craft pastries and desserts for our restaurant, collaborating with the culinary team to develop recipes and ensure top quality. You will manage inventory, costs, and staff training.

The ideal candidate has proven pastry experience, culinary qualifications, and strong plating skills, with English fluency. Portuguese is a plus, and the role involves delivering high-end pastry outputs in a fast-paced kitchen.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Pastry Chef or similar in a high-end setting.
• Culinary degree or equivalent certification preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of pastry techniques, ingredients, and equipment.
• Creativity in developing new recipes while following traditional methods.
• Strong plating and presentation attention.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Fluent in English (Portuguese a plus).

Responsibilities

• Create and prepare a variety of pastries and desserts per menu and standards.
• Develop new recipes for different dietary preferences or restrictions.
• Ensure consistency in taste, presentation, and quality of all products.
• Order and maintain inventory of ingredients for pastries and desserts.
• Monitor food costs and minimize waste to meet budget goals.
• Train new staff on pastry techniques, hygiene, and safety.
• Maintain a clean, organized kitchen in compliance with safety regulations.
• Collaborate with chefs to create seasonal or event menus.

Skills

Pastry experience

Attention to detail

Creativity

Time management

English fluent

Education

Culinary degree or cert

Job description

RetailHub Sourcing in Funchal is seeking a Pastry Chef to craft pastries and desserts for our restaurant, collaborating with the culinary team to develop recipes and ensure top quality. You will manage inventory, costs, and staff training.

The ideal candidate has proven pastry experience, culinary qualifications, and strong plating skills, with English fluency. Portuguese is a plus, and the role involves delivering high-end pastry outputs in a fast-paced kitchen.