Luxury Pastry Chef de Partie — 5-Star Hotel

HotelJobs; Muldersdrift; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

5* Mountain Hotel & Spa in Muldersdrift seeks a creative Pastry Chef de Partie to lead the pastry section, crafting high‑quality desserts, pastries and baked goods to complement our luxury dining experience.

You will supervise daily pastry production, refine recipes, ensure portion control and safety standards, and mentor junior kitchen staff while delivering consistently elegant presentation.

Qualifications

• Experience in a pastry section within a 5-star hotel or luxury restaurant.
• Strong knowledge of pastry techniques, baking and dessert preparation.
• Ability to manage the pastry section independently and meet deadlines.
• Creative approach to dessert presentation with attention to detail.
• Willingness to work shifts, weekends and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily pastry preparation and service within the pastry section.
• Prepare and present desserts, pastries, cakes, breads and other baked items to high standards.
• Coordinate production schedules to ensure items are ready for service.
• Guide and support junior kitchen staff in the pastry section.
• Maintain a clean workstation and ensure food safety and hygiene standards.
• Monitor ingredient quality and stock levels; assist with ordering and waste control.

Skills

Pastry experience

Dessert techniques

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Planning skills

Education

Culinary or Pastry qualification

Job description

5* Mountain Hotel & Spa in Muldersdrift seeks a creative Pastry Chef de Partie to lead the pastry section, crafting high‑quality desserts, pastries and baked goods to complement our luxury dining experience.

You will supervise daily pastry production, refine recipes, ensure portion control and safety standards, and mentor junior kitchen staff while delivering consistently elegant presentation.