Lodge Split-Shift Pastry Chef: Mornings & Evenings

Wild Dreams Hospitality; Mpumalanga; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Wild Dreams Hospitality in a remote lodge environment seeks a skilled pastry assistant to produce morning pastries and prepare staff meals in the evenings. The role requires versatility across two service periods and an ability to work independently from 04:00 start times.

Candidates should have pastry experience in hospitality and hold a valid driver’s license. This on-site position offers a split shift and a dynamic, hands-on kitchen setting.

Qualifications

• Proven pastry experience in hospitality or lodge kitchen.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to start at 04:00 and work a split shift.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present pastry items each morning for guests.
• Manage pastry stock, ordering, and mise en place.
• Evening duty to prepare staff dinner (pap and chicken/beef dishes).
• Maintain hygiene and kitchen standards across shifts.
• Coordinate with head chef and kitchen team on daily requirements.

Skills

Pastry experience

Independent worker

Early start readiness

Job description

Wild Dreams Hospitality in a remote lodge environment seeks a skilled pastry assistant to produce morning pastries and prepare staff meals in the evenings. The role requires versatility across two service periods and an ability to work independently from 04:00 start times.

Candidates should have pastry experience in hospitality and hold a valid driver’s license. This on-site position offers a split shift and a dynamic, hands-on kitchen setting.