Overview
Responsible for preparation of pastries, desserts, cakes, bread, rolls, breakfast and baked goods and various dough(s).
Responsibilities and Authority
- Report to duty on time and in uniform.
- Work under supervision in the following activities:
- Dough making
- Portioning and shaping
- Molding and baking
- Decorating and apportioning
- Responsible for pastry / bakery transfers and orders, daily reports on production required by the Pastry Chef.
- Ensure that all kitchen outlets are supplied with their requirements for bread, rolls, desserts, pastries etc.
- Plan production in order to have baked goods freshly baked and in quantities required.
- Test pastry being baked and follow all instructions on specification and recipes strictly.
- Ensure proper handling, cleanliness and maintenance of equipment and utensils.
- Prepare requisition of foodstuffs based on functions, menus and forecasts for approval.
- Ensures that the Hotel’s cost control policies and procedures are followed.
- Be fully familiar with all emergency procedures established by the Hotel.
- Observe and comply with the house rules and regulations of the department and the Hotel.
- Perform other duties as directed.
Job Specifications
- Knowledge & Skills: Knowledge in Pastry/Baking
- Education, Training & Qualifications: Secondary School – Level 2 graduate
- Experience: Minimum 2-4 years of experience
- Personality: Pleasant, polite and ability to motivate and control staff
- Physical Requirements: Fit and healthy