Lead Pastry Chef – High-End Catering Desserts

Placements24; Mossel Bay; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Culinary artistry at events

Quality ingredients & equipment

Medical aid contribution

Job summary

Placements24 hires a talented Pastry Chef to lead pastry and dessert production for a prestigious catering service in Mossel Bay. You will design, bake, decorate, and present an array of pastries and desserts, managing a small team to deliver standout creations for high-end events.

The role emphasizes creativity, quality, and presentation, with opportunities to develop seasonal menus and mentor junior pastry staff in a collaborative kitchen setting.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Pastry Chef in catering or fine dining.
• Strong portfolio showcasing pastry creativity and technique.
• Expertise in baking, decorating, and sugar work.
• Understanding of cost control and pastry inventory management.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet event deadlines in Mossel Bay.

Responsibilities

• Design, prepare, and execute pastries, cakes, and desserts for catering events.
• Develop dessert menus and specials using seasonal ingredients.
• Manage pastry inventory, stock rotation, and waste reduction.
• Lead, train, and mentor junior pastry staff.
• Ensure pastry quality meets client expectations and hygiene standards.

Skills

Pastry chef

Pastry portfolio

Pastry techniques

Cost control

Inventory management

Job description

Placements24 hires a talented Pastry Chef to lead pastry and dessert production for a prestigious catering service in Mossel Bay. You will design, bake, decorate, and present an array of pastries and desserts, managing a small team to deliver standout creations for high-end events.

The role emphasizes creativity, quality, and presentation, with opportunities to develop seasonal menus and mentor junior pastry staff in a collaborative kitchen setting.