Cook - Pastry Kitchen

Mandarin Oriental, Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel in Singapore is seeking a Pastry Chef to maintain exceptional food quality and adherence to health standards in a fast-paced kitchen environment. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience, be able to work under pressure, and manage multiple tasks efficiently.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of related experience in a Pastry Kitchen.
• Able to work in a humid environment and for extended hours.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high standards of work as per Executive Pastry Chef's instructions.
• Monitor stock movement and ensure timely replenishment.
• Adhere to Health and Safety legislation.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

Summary of Responsibilities

• Maintain a high standard of assigned work in accordance to the Executive Pastry Chef
• Ensure quality and presentation of food are met at all times
• Monitor stock movement and ensure timely replenishment of depleting stocks in assigned section
• Carry out daily and weekly procedures, including temperature checks, food labelling, dating and storage
• Remove any hazards and check and report any defects in the kitchen
• Ensure grooming standard are being met at all times
• Adhere to hotel procedure with regards to temperature checks, food labelling and dating, cleaning schedules and hygiene regulations at all times
• Receive and store stock upon delivery
• Ensure that kitchen meets gross profit by planning menu and reviewing and implementing stock control and management
• Ensure that the opening and closing procedures of the kitchen are carried out
• Ensure that all Health and Safety legislation and guidelines are implemented, adhered to and reviewed regularly, in respect of Kitchen production, employees, machinery, equipment and hygiene
• Any adhoc tasks assigned by the Restaurant Chef

Job Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of related experience working in an Pastry Kitchen (5-day work week)
• Able to work rotating shifts and on weekends
• Able to work under pressure, for extended hours in a humid and hot environment
• Able to work in a standing position for up to 8 hours
• Able to reach, bend, stoop and frequent lift up to 15kg or more; and occasionally lift/move 25kg
• Ability to multi-task