Commis Pastry Chef

Southern Sun; Durban; Presencial; ZAR 134.000 - 190.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Southern Sun in Durban is seeking a full-time Commis Pastry Chef to join our on-site pastry team. You will assist with day-to-day preparation of baked goods, desserts and pastries according to our recipes and standards.

You will mise en place, measure and mix ingredients accurately, operate bakery equipment safely and help with plating and presentation. Maintaining a clean workstation and following food safety protocols is essential in this fast-paced kitchen.

Formación

• Strong foundation in bakery and baking techniques.
• Proficiency in food preparation, cooking and pastry production.
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards.
• Ability to follow recipes with precision.
• Good time management in a high-pressure kitchen.
• Willingness to learn from senior chefs.
• Experience in pastry, bakery or hotel kitchen is advantageous.
• Culinary or pastry training or certification is beneficial.

Responsabilidades

• Mise en place for pastry items and daily production.
• Accurate measuring and mixing of ingredients.
• Operate bakery equipment safely.
• Assist with plating and presentation of desserts.
• Maintain a clean and organized workstation.
• Follow food safety and hygiene protocols.
• Monitor pastry stock levels and assist with inventory rotation.
• Collaborate with senior chefs to support menus and service.

Conocimientos

Bakery and Baking

Food Preparation

Food Safety

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Teamwork

Willingness to Learn

Pastry/Hotel Kitchen Experience

Certification Beneficial

Educación

Culinary or Pastry Certification

Descripción del empleo

Role Description

This full-time Commis Pastry Chef role at Southern Sun is an on-site position based in Durban. The Commis Pastry Chef supports the pastry team with day-to-day preparation and production of baked goods, desserts, and pastries according to restaurant standards and recipes. Responsibilities include mise en place for pastry items, accurate measuring and mixing of ingredients, operating bakery equipment safely, and assisting with plating and presentation of desserts. The role involves maintaining a clean and organized workstation, following food safety and hygiene protocols, monitoring stock levels of pastry ingredients, and assisting with inventory rotation. The Commis Pastry Chef works closely with senior chefs, follows guidance and menus, contributes to quality control, and helps ensure consistent, timely service during peak periods.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in Bakery and Baking skills, including preparation of doughs, batters, and basic pastries.
• Proficiency in Food Preparation, Cooking, and general Culinary Skills relevant to pastry and dessert production.
• Knowledge of food safety, hygiene standards, and safe operation of kitchen and bakery equipment.
• Ability to follow recipes and instructions accurately, with attention to detail and consistency.
• Good time management skills and ability to work efficiently in a high-pressure, team-oriented kitchen environment.
• Willingness to learn from senior chefs and adapt to evolving menus and service requirements.
• Prior experience in a professional pastry, bakery, or hotel kitchen environment is an advantage.
• Culinary or pastry certification or related training is beneficial.