Baker- Nightshift

Hilton; Durban; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality brand in Durban is seeking an experienced Nightshift Baker to manage the pastry section of the kitchen. You will be responsible for creating high-quality pastry offerings and ensuring compliance with food hygiene regulations. The ideal candidate has 2-3 years of experience as a Pastry Chef and a relevant trade qualification. This role offers an exciting opportunity to showcase creativity and deliver exceptional service.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 – 3 years as a Pastry Chef or Baker in the current role.
• 5 years overall experience with high volume pastry or bakery production.

Responsibilities

• Run the pastry section of the kitchen on an overnight basis.
• Ensure excellent quality throughout the pastry offerings.
• Develop appropriate pastry offerings.
• Manage food cost controls to contribute to Food and Beverage revenue.

Skills

Creativity in pastry

Supervisory skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Customer service focus

Education

Current trade qualification

Job description

Job title: Baker - Nightshift

Job Location: KwaZulu-Natal, Durban

Deadline: November 10, 2025

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Job Description

An overnight baker is responsible for operating the pastry section of the kitchen to deliver an excellent Guest experience while planning production and developing seasonal offerings.

What will I be doing?

An overnight baker is responsible for operating the pastry section of the kitchen to deliver an excellent Guest and Member experience while planning production and developing seasonal offerings.

What will I be doing?

As an overnight baker, you are responsible for operating the pastry section of the kitchen while working closely with the Executive Chef and Pastry Sous Chef to deliver an excellent Guest and Member experience. An overnight baker will also be required to plan production and develop seasonal offerings. Specifically, you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards :

• Running the pastry section of the kitchen on an overnight basis
• Ensure excellent quality throughout the pastry offerings
• Bring creativity to the pastry offerings
• Supervise and coordinate all pastry and dessert preparation and presentation for the breakfast buffets
• Plan production to facilitate daily requirements for breakfast, lunch and dinner pastries
• Develop appropriate pastry offerings
• Manage food cost controls to contribute to Food and Beverage revenue
• Ensure compliance with food hygiene and Health and Safety regulations

Qualifications Internal

What are we looking for?

Pastry Chefs serving Hilton brands are always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the attitude behavior, skills, and values that follow :

• A minimum of 2 – 3 years as a Pastry Chef or Baker in the current role and 5 years overall experience with high volume pastry or bakery production.
• Approaches pastry in a creative way
• Strong supervisory skills,
• A current, valid, and relevant trade qualification (proof may be required)

Positive attitude

• Good communication skills
• Committed to delivering a high level of customer service
• Excellent grooming standards
• Excellent planning and organizing skills
• Dedicated to the delivery of exceptional service and continuous improvement
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