Junior Sous Chef - Pastry Kitchen (Conrad Singapore Orchard)

Job Description - Junior Sous Chef - Pastry Kitchen (Conrad Singapore Orchard)

Job Number:

HOT0BD6W

Work Locations

Conrad Singapore Orchard 1 Cuscaden Rd Singapore 249715

The Junior Sous Chef holds responsible in working alongside sous chefs to manage and lead the junior team in daily kitchen activities as well as daily administrative tasks.

What will I be doing?

As a Junior Sous Chef (Pastry), you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

• Follow proper payroll and uniform procedures.
• Ensure the correct preparation and presentation of a consistent level for all pastry items prepared.
• Treat employees at every level of responsibilities fairly and consistently to achieve high morale and minimum turnover.
• Ensure that sanitation standards as set forth by Hilton and local regulations are in compliance as well as the cleanliness and organization of the kitchen.
• Provide support to the Pastry Chef on every task and in every way possible.
• Requisite all items needed daily from the food store, non-food store and stewarding department.
• Supervise the maintenance and cleanliness of all food preparation equipment.
• Ensure all equipment is in full working order.
• Develop and ensure a safe working environment for people to work.
• Create proper purchasing specifications as stipulated in “Purchasing of Conduct”.
• Ensure a superior production of sweet items, pastries, cakes, ice cream, sorbet, fruit compotes, breads, chocolates, etc. for all outlets as well as banquets and amenities.
• Ensure an adequate supply of all products prepared on a timely basis.
• Monitor and review operating criteria and develop an awareness of the importance of food preparation and quality.
• Establish standard recipes and ensure compliance with them.
• Make show pieces as needed.
• Assume full responsibility of the department when the Pastry Chef and pastry sous chef is not available.
• Respond properly in any hotel emergency or safety procedures.
• Perform other tasks or projects assigned by hotel management and staff.
• Participate in BEO meetings to flawlessly execute all banquet functions.
• Actively participate in hygiene walk-through in pastry.
• Keep a high and open conversation with all other sous chefs from other kitchens to operate and support each other during operation.
• Assist the Pastry Chef in the hiring process of new talents to join the pastry team.
• Support bakery department when needed.
• Ensure high quality of dessert is showcased in every outlet.
• Ensure special pastry requests are executed accordingly.

What are we looking for?

A Junior Sous Chef, serving Hilton Brands, is always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the attitude, behaviours, skills, and values that follow:

• Reading, writing and oral proficiency in the English language.
• High school and culinary school training.
• 6-8 years of food/pastry experience.
• Knowledge of basic dough, creams, ice cream/sorbet, parfait and mousse, western and local pastries, bakeries, Viennese and American pastries, pull sugar, cake decorations and show pieces (chocolates and others).
• Must have full knowledge of sanitation requirements (HACCP) in handling food.
• High level of creativity, combined with ability to handle productions.
• Must be able to coach and develop the junior team.
• Food ordering and cost control within the pastry departments.
• Full control of food waste management.
• Able to schedule and control all working hours flow below budgeted labor cost.

What will it be like to work for Hilton?

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travellers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities, and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!