Pastry Chef

Dream Resorts; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 67,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

Dream Hotels & Resorts is seeking a Pastry Commis to support the pastry kitchen in the preparation, production, and presentation of baked goods.

Under the guidance of the Pastry Chef or Chef de Partie, you will develop foundational pastry skills in a professional kitchen environment, with emphasis on quality, hygiene, and teamwork in a fast-paced setting.

This entry-level role focuses on growth, learning, and adherence to food safety while delivering exceptional guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Basic culinary or pastry qualification (advantageous).
• Previous kitchen or pastry experience preferred, but not essential.
• Strong willingness to learn and grow within the pastry department.
• Ability to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of pastries, desserts, breads, and baked goods according to recipes and standards.
• Support daily mise en place for the pastry section.
• Follow instructions from the Pastry Chef or senior kitchen staff accurately.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the pastry kitchen and equipment.
• Adhere strictly to food safety, hygiene, and health regulations.
• Assist with stock rotation, basic stock control, and proper storage of ingredients.
• Ensure consistent portioning and presentation of pastry items.
• Learn and develop pastry techniques, methods, and plating skills.

Job description

10 2nd Avenue Houghton Estate is a unique luxury property that blends heritage charm with refined elegance. As part of the Dream Hotels & Resorts collection, you’ll be part of a dynamic hospitality brand that values service excellence, team development, and creating exceptional guest experiences

10 2nd Avenue Houghton Estate falls within Dream Hotels & Resorts, a mixed-use accommodation group working towards greater accountability and local impact. The vision is to co-create memorable travel experiences which connect people for a brighter future. Together our mission is to deliver dynamic and exceptional hospitality solutions in Africa that connect local and global travelers to our communities in a sustainable and relevant manner.

Dream Hotels & Resorts lives by its 8 core values. Our team is dedicated to being reliable and accountable, fostering empathy to understand others' feelings and collaboratively find solutions, and prioritizing sustainability in environmental, financial, and social aspects. Rooted in humanity, trust, dynamism, excellence, and joy, we celebrate diversity, prioritize integrity, embrace creativity, pursue quality, and foster a joyful work environment to connect people with our surroundings and each other. These play a part in our day-to-day decision making & operational requirements.

Job Overview:

The Pastry Commis supports the pastry kitchen in the preparation, production, and presentation of baked goods and desserts. Working under the guidance of the Pastry Chef or Chef de Partie, the role focuses on maintaining high standards of quality, hygiene, and consistency while developing foundational pastry skills in a professional kitchen environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the preparation of pastries, desserts, breads, and baked goods according to recipes and standards
• Support daily mise en place for the pastry section
• Follow instructions from the Pastry Chef or senior kitchen staff accurately
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the pastry kitchen and equipment
• Adhere strictly to food safety, hygiene, and health regulations
• Assist with stock rotation, basic stock control, and proper storage of ingredients
• Ensure consistent portioning and presentation of pastry items

Learn and develop pastry techniques, methods, and plating skills

Theoretical Knowledge and Experience

• Basic culinary or pastry qualification (advantageous)
• Previous kitchen or pastry experience preferred, but not essential
• Strong willingness to learn and grow within the pastry department
• Ability to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment
• Good communication and teamwork skills