Pastry Chef

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

This is a split-shift role suited to someone who thrives on early starts and doesn't mind a long day split across two service periods. You'll handle pastry production in the mornings and step into staff meal prep in the evenings, so versatility matters more than specialisation alone.

Core Criteria

• Valid driver's license (non-negotiable)
• Proven experience in pastry work within a hospitality or lodge kitchen
• Comfortable with early starts (from 04h00) and a split shift structure
• Able to prepare simple, hearty staff meals in the evening
• Reliable, self-sufficient, and able to work independently in a remote lodge setting

Core Responsibilities

• Prepare and present pastry items for guests each morning
• Manage pastry section stock, ordering, and mise en place
• Return in the evening to prepare staff dinner (pap and chicken or beef-style dishes)
• Maintain hygiene and kitchen standards across both shifts
• Coordinate with the head chef and kitchen team on daily requirements