Pastry Chef

PETIOLE & VIRTUE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 30,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented Pastry Chef to lead the pastry program at a beloved café. This role offers the opportunity to showcase creativity and passion for baking while managing all aspects of pastry production. You will work independently, ensuring high standards of quality and hygiene, while also leading the development of new menu items. Join a team that values collaboration and autonomy, and make your mark in a vibrant culinary environment. If you're ready to take charge and shape the sweet side of the menu, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Ability to work solo in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication to coordinate with teams.

Responsibilities

• Run the pastry section independently, ensuring high standards.
• Plan and produce a wide range of pastries and cakes.

Skills

Organisation Skills

Communication Skills

Creativity

Baking Passion

Time Management

Ownership and Accountability

Job description

Join Our Team!

We’re on the lookout for a talented and creative Pastry Chef to take charge of the pastry program at Bearded Bella —our flagship Melbourne-inspired café in Tanjong Pagar. If you're passionate about pastries, thrive in a hands-on role, and love bringing new ideas to life, we’d love to hear from you!

What We’re Looking For:

You must possess:

• Excellent organisation skills to manage pastry production and service prep independently
• The ability to work solo in a fast-paced environment , managing time and output without supervision
• Strong communication skills to coordinate with front-of-house and kitchen teams
• A deep passion for baking and the drive to create crowd-pleasing pastries
• Creativity and initiative to lead R&D of new menu items every 4–6 months
• A strong sense of ownership and accountability —this is a solo, management-level role

Your Role Includes:

• Running the pastry section independently , including full responsibility for daily mise en place, production, and service
• Planning and producing a wide range of pastries and cakes—both for dine-in service and counter display
• Working a 5-day week, 45 hours total
• Leading R&D for new pastry items in line with seasonal and brand direction
• Managing costing, portion control, and stock levels
• Liaising with suppliers to reduce costs , source better ingredients , and maintain consistency
• Ensuring high standards of hygiene, food safety, and efficiency in daily operations

Why Join Us?

At Bearded Bella, we celebrate bold flavours, creative baking, and the warmth of Melbourne’s brunch culture. Our team values autonomy, collaboration, and quality in every bake. This is your chance to leave your mark on a well-loved café and grow with a brand that’s passionate about food done right.

If you’re a driven pastry chef ready to lead solo and shape the sweet side of our menu, apply now and let’s chat !