Aspiring Pastry Chef: Seasonal Desserts for Fine-Dining

IntelliStaff; Franschhoek; On-site; ZAR 156,000 - 234,000; Full time

Job summary

IntelliStaff in Franschhoek is seeking a Junior Pastry Chef to craft pastries and desserts for the menu. You will work closely with the Pastry Chef to ensure quality, presentation, and hygiene standards across service.

The role requires expertise in pastry arts, creativity, and the ability to work efficiently under pressure in a high-end hospitality setting. Matric and a pastry/Culinary Diploma are expected, with opportunities to contribute to seasonal offerings and events.

Qualifications

• Similar experience in a 5-star hotel or fine dining restaurant.
• Exceptional knowledge of pastry techniques and dessert preparation.
• Inventory management skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Cost-control awareness.
• Creative and artistic pastry development.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a wide variety of pastries, desserts, and baked goods for the menu.
• Assist Pastry Chef with developing new pastry options for seasonal menus and events.
• Ensure pastries and desserts are presented to the highest standard in taste and appearance.
• Oversee freshness and quality of ingredients used in pastry prep.
• Develop and test new pastry menu items, considering seasonal ingredients and trends.
• Collaborate with Pastry and Head Chef on menus for events and promotions.
• Assist in managing pastry inventory and minimizing wastage.

Skills

Pastry techniques

Inventory management

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work under pressure

Cost-control awareness

Creative dessert development

Education

Matric Certificate

Diploma or certification in Pastry Arts / Culinary Arts

Job description

IntelliStaff in Franschhoek is seeking a Junior Pastry Chef to craft pastries and desserts for the menu. You will work closely with the Pastry Chef to ensure quality, presentation, and hygiene standards across service.

The role requires expertise in pastry arts, creativity, and the ability to work efficiently under pressure in a high-end hospitality setting. Matric and a pastry/Culinary Diploma are expected, with opportunities to contribute to seasonal offerings and events.