Pastry Chef

Bright Placements; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading culinary establishment in Polokwane is seeking a talented Pastry Chef to craft exquisite desserts and pastries for hotel services. Responsibilities include menu creation, team leadership, quality assurance, and collaboration with the Executive Chef. Ideal candidates will have 3-5 years of experience, a formal culinary qualification, and a passion for culinary excellence. This role offers the opportunity to innovate in a high-pressure environment, ensuring quality and presentation standards are met.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of professional pastry experience in a hotel or high-end restaurant.
• Excellent creativity in pastry design and presentation.
• Strong attention to detail and culinary excellence.

Responsibilities

• Create and execute innovative dessert and pastry menus.
• Lead, train, and mentor the pastry team.
• Maintain a clean and safe kitchen environment.

Skills

Leadership in pastry team

Innovative dessert design

Ability to work under pressure

Time management

Education

Formal pastry or culinary qualification

Job description

Job Description:

We are seeking a talented and creative Pastry Chef to join our culinary team. The Pastry Chef will be responsible for crafting exquisite pastry dishes for both a la carte and banqueting services in a hotel setting. This role requires a passion for culinary excellence, innovation, and attention to detail. The successful candidate will lead the pastry team, maintain high standards of quality and presentation, and ensure consistency in all pastry offerings.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create and execute innovative dessert and pastry menus.
• Specialize in chocolate, sugar work, and advanced pastry techniques.
• Lead, train, and mentor the pastry team to ensure professional growth and performance.
• Ensure consistency, quality, and presentation of pastry products.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef and kitchen team for menu planning and special events.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment in compliance with health and safety regulations.

Job Specifications / Requirements:

• Formal pastry or culinary qualification.
• 3–5 years of professional pastry experience, preferably in a hotel or high‑end restaurant environment.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent creativity and innovation in pastry design and presentation.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast‑paced, high‑pressure environment.
• Pass for culinary excellence and attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills.

Application Requirements:

• Applicants should include a portfolio of their pastry work.