Creative Pastry Chef: Desserts & Growth

Placements24; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 201,000 - 357,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Creative dessert development

Vibrant dining location in Tembisa

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 invites a skilled Pastry Chef to join a bustling eatery in Tembisa, Gauteng. You will craft pastries, cakes, breads and desserts, ensuring exceptional taste and presentation across the menu.

In this fast-paced kitchen, you will lead pastry production, manage ingredients and inventory, and mentor junior staff while upholding strict hygiene standards. Creative dessert development and collaboration with the Head Chef are key aspects of the role.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Pastry Chef.
• Expertise in baking and pastry techniques.
• Strong knowledge of ingredients used in pastry making.
• Ability to manage time effectively in a fast-paced kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Develop, prepare, and present a wide range of pastries, desserts, and baked goods.
• Ensure consistency in taste, texture, and appearance across pastry items.
• Manage the pastry section, including inventory and ingredient ordering.
• Adhere to strict food safety and sanitation standards in the pastry kitchen.
• Collaborate with Head Chef on menu planning and specials.
• Train and supervise junior pastry staff or kitchen assistants.

Skills

Pastry expertise

Doughs & fillings

Sugar work

Food safety

Kitchen management

Team leadership

Tools

Pastry tools

Job description

Placements24 invites a skilled Pastry Chef to join a bustling eatery in Tembisa, Gauteng. You will craft pastries, cakes, breads and desserts, ensuring exceptional taste and presentation across the menu.

In this fast-paced kitchen, you will lead pastry production, manage ingredients and inventory, and mentor junior staff while upholding strict hygiene standards. Creative dessert development and collaboration with the Head Chef are key aspects of the role.