Demi Chef de Partie Pastry

Crew Life at Sea; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Crew Life at Sea as a Demi Chef De Partie Pastry, where you will assist in creating and developing exquisite pastries for guests onboard. This role involves preparing a range of desserts while ensuring high standards of food safety and sanitation. Ideal candidates should have a culinary degree and experience in high-volume fine dining establishments.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience as Demi Chef De Partie Pastry.
• Strong knowledge of pastry techniques and equipment.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Pastry Chef in developing new recipes
• Prepare a variety of pastries and desserts
• Train and mentor junior pastry chefs

Skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Communication

Pastry techniques

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

- Assist the Pastry Chef in creating and developing new pastry and dessert recipes

- Prepare and produce a variety of pastries, desserts, and bread for our guests

- Ensure that all food is prepared and presented according to company standards

- Maintain a clean and organized work station at all times

- Monitor and maintain inventory levels of pastry ingredients and supplies

- Follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines

- Train and mentor junior pastry chefs and other members of the culinary team

- Collaborate with other departments, such as the dining room and galley, to ensure smooth and efficient service

- Actively participate in menu planning and development

- Assist with ordering and receiving of pastry supplies and ingredients

- Adhere to all company policies and procedures, including safety and security protocols.

Qualifications:

- Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Demi Chef De Partie Pastry in a high-volume, fine dining establishment

- Culinary degree or equivalent experience in pastry and baking

- Strong knowledge of pastry techniques, ingredients, and equipment

- Ability to work in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment

- Excellent time management and organizational skills

- Ability to work independently and as part of a team

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills

- Flexibility to work long hours and weekends as needed

- Fluent in English, additional languages are a plus.

Join our team at Crew Life at Sea and be a part of creating unforgettable experiences for our guests. Apply now to become our next Demi Chef De Partie Pastry and embark on an exciting career at sea.