Lead Pastry Chef: Desserts & Events

Placements24; George; Híbrido; ZAR 420.000 - 640.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary

Modern kitchen facilities

Employee discounts

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a Head Pastry Chef in George to lead the pastry division for weddings, corporate events, and private functions. You will innovate menus, maintain top quality and presentation, and manage a dedicated pastry team.

The role blends on-site production with remote planning and menu development. The ideal candidate brings at least 4 years in a senior pastry role, formal culinary training, strong leadership, and a keen eye for detail to drive culinary excellence and client

Formación

• Minimum 4 years in a senior pastry role.
• Formal culinary training or recognized pastry qualification essential.
• Extensive pastry technique knowledge and baking science.
• Proven ability to create visually stunning, delicious desserts.
• Strong leadership, communication, and team management skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Experience with managing food costs and inventory.
• Hybrid work experience: on-site production and remote planning/menu development.
• Solid food safety and sanitation understanding.
• Ability to work under pressure during peak events.

Responsabilidades

• Conceptualize and develop a wide range of pastries, cakes, breads, and desserts.
• Lead and supervise the pastry team with training and feedback.
• Manage pastry kitchen operations: sourcing, inventory, waste control.
• Ensure pastry quality meets client standards in taste, texture, and presentation.
• Collaborate with Head Chef and event planners to integrate pastry into menus.
• Maintain hygiene and safety standards in the pastry section.
• Control costs for pastry production including ingredients and labor.
• Stay updated with pastry trends and apply to new products.
• Oversee equipment maintenance and kitchen management.
• Prepare detailed costing for new and existing pastry items.

Conocimientos

Pastry leadership

Menu development

Food cost control

Team management

Organizational skills

Pressure handling

Educación

Culinary diploma/degree

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 is seeking a Head Pastry Chef in George to lead the pastry division for weddings, corporate events, and private functions. You will innovate menus, maintain top quality and presentation, and manage a dedicated pastry team.

The role blends on-site production with remote planning and menu development. The ideal candidate brings at least 4 years in a senior pastry role, formal culinary training, strong leadership, and a keen eye for detail to drive culinary excellence and client