Pastry Chef (R&D, Chocolate, HOD) (ID: 714626)

PERSOL; Singapore; Vor Ort; SGD 65.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

PERSOL in Singapore is seeking a dynamic production leader for our chocolate R&D team. You will lead, train, and supervise the production staff across tempering, moulding, enrobing, decorating, and packaging to ensure quality, on-time delivery, and cost efficiency.

You’ll drive continuous improvement, collaborate with marketing and sales on new collections, mentor junior chocolatiers, maintain records and materials, and uphold strict food-safety standards in a fast-paced confectionery

Qualifikationen

• Strong organisational, leadership, and communication abilities.
• Detail-oriented and quality-driven mindset.
• Hands-on experience in chocolate production is preferred.
• Knowledge of tempering, moulding, ganache, and packaging processes.
• Experience supervising or leading a team is required.
• Diploma/degree in a pastry or confectionery field as stated.

Aufgaben

• Lead, train, and supervise the production team to ensure seamless daily operations.
• Oversee the complete chocolate production process including tempering, moulding, enrobing, decorating, and packaging.
• Implement and track production schedules to enhance efficiency and minimise waste.
• Maintain production records, inventory, and raw material usage.
• Enforce food safety, hygiene, and quality control standards per local regulations.
• Regularly assess raw materials and finished products for consistency and quality.
• Create, test, and refine new chocolate recipes and seasonal products.
• Collaborate with marketing and sales to introduce new collections and limited editions.
• Coach and develop junior chocolatiers and production staff.
• Foster a disciplined and positive work culture within the team.
• Manage stock levels and oversee equipment maintenance for optimal workflow.
• Work with management on cost control, pricing strategies, and productivity targets.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Detail-oriented

Ausbildung

Diploma or degree in Pastry Arts, Chocolate & Confectionery, Culinary Arts, or a related field

Jobbeschreibung

Brief Summary:

Join a dynamic team as part of the R&D Team in the chocolate industry, where your leadership and expertise will drive quality and innovation in our production processes.

Responsibilities:

• Lead, train, and supervise the production team to ensure seamless daily operations.

• Oversee the complete chocolate production process, including tempering, moulding, enrobing, decorating, and packaging to meet customer orders accurately and on time.

• Implement and track production schedules to enhance efficiency and minimise waste.

• Maintain comprehensive production records, inventory, and raw material usage.

• Enforce rigorous food safety, hygiene, and quality control standards in adherence to local regulations.

• Regularly assess raw materials and finished products to ensure consistency and quality.

• Create, test, and refine new chocolate recipes and seasonal products, while staying informed about industry trends.

• Collaborate with marketing and sales teams to introduce new collections and limited editions.

• Coach and develop junior chocolatiers and production staff in skills and techniques.

• Foster a disciplined and positive work culture within the production team.

• Manage stock levels and oversee equipment maintenance for optimal workflow.

• Work with management on cost control, pricing strategies, and productivity targets.

Requirements:

• Diploma or degree in Pastry Arts, Chocolate & Confectionery, Culinary Arts, or a related field.

• Minimum of 2-5 years of hands‑on chocolate production experience, including at least 2 years in a supervisory or lead role.

• Strong knowledge of chocolate tempering, moulding, and ganache preparation.

• Experience in research and development (R&D) and product innovation is highly preferred.

• Strong organisational, leadership, and communication abilities.

• Detail‑oriented, quality‑driven, and passionate about chocolate craftsmanship.