Chef de Partie

Villa Park, Maldives; Villa Park (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the hospitality sector is seeking a skilled Pastry Chef to support their culinary team. In this exciting role, you will have the opportunity to create and develop a diverse pastry menu that delights customers while managing inventory and maintaining high food safety standards. Your leadership skills will shine as you train and supervise a dedicated pastry team, ensuring efficiency and quality in every dish. Join a dynamic kitchen environment where your creativity and passion for pastry will contribute to memorable guest experiences and a thriving culinary atmosphere.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in pastry kitchen roles with a solid understanding of tools.
• Ability to train and supervise pastry team members effectively.

Responsibilities

• Support executive chefs in daily operations and menu development.
• Manage inventory and ensure food safety and hygiene standards.

Skills

Pastry preparation

Baking techniques

Inventory management

Team leadership

Food safety standards

Communication skills

Education

Certificate in culinary arts

Pastry-making certification

Tools

Baking tools and equipment

Job description

Job Description

• Support the executive chef and pastry chef in the daily operation and work to ensure a successful working environment.
• Assist the executive chef and pastry chef in creating and developing a diverse and appealing pastry menu based on customer preferences and budget constraints.
• Managing inventory levels of ingredients, tools, and equipment and ordering supplies.
• Ensure the highest standards and consistent quality in the daily preparation and keep up to date with the new products, recipes, and preparation techniques.
• Instruct and lead subordinates through their daily requirements in pastry and bakery preparation and actively take part in the set-up of buffets and special functions.
• Supervising, training, and coaching Pastry team members to ensure their working efficiency and effectiveness.
• Maintaining food safety and hygiene standards (HACCP).

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a pastry chef or relevant role.
• Minimum 5 years’ previous pastry kitchen experience.
• Solid understanding of pastry and baking tools and equipment.
• Solid pastry and cake decorating skills will be an advantage.
• A certificate in culinary arts, pastry-making, baking, or a relevant field will be considered an asset.
• Basic verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Detailed-oriented mindset aiming for consistent results.
• Able to interact with colleagues in a positive and professional manner in order to make them feel valued and maximize staff morale and guest service experience.
• Able to carry out various tasks simultaneously and effectively in a limited amount of time.

Additional Information

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Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Hospitality