Pastry Chef - Boutique Hotel

Placements24; George; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation assistance

Professional development

Discounted stays

F&B discounts

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a talented Pastry Chef to lead the pastry and dessert section of a renowned boutique hotel in George. Craft exquisite pastries, breads and desserts for all hotel outlets, rooms and banquets.

You will manage the pastry team, control cost and inventory, and ensure top hygiene standards. Collaborate with the Executive Chef on menus and special events, bringing innovative dessert concepts to delight guests.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Pastry Chef or Assistant Pastry Chef in a luxury hotel, fine dining restaurant, or high-end bakery.
• Strong portfolio showcasing a variety of pastry techniques, artistic presentation, and understanding of flavor profiles.
• Excellent knowledge of baking and pastry-making principles, ingredients, and equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage a team and kitchen operations efficiently.
• Proficiency in food cost control and inventory management.
• Certification from a recognized culinary institute with a specialization in pastry arts is highly advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a diverse range of high-quality pastries, desserts, cakes, breads, and confections for all hotel outlets.
• Manage and mentor the pastry team, ensuring efficient workflow, adherence to recipes, and consistent quality.
• Control pastry kitchen inventory, order supplies, and manage food costs effectively to meet budgetary targets.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards in the pastry section.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef and Restaurant Managers on menu planning, special events, and dietary requirements.
• Innovate and introduce new dessert concepts and presentation styles to delight guests.

Skills

Pastry arts

Team leadership

Food cost control

Inventory management

Menu planning

Education

Culinary degree with pastry specialization

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented and artistic Pastry Chef to lead the pastry and dessert section of a renowned boutique hotel in George . This role is crucial in enhancing the guest dining experience across our restaurants, room service, and banqueting facilities. You will be responsible for crafting exquisite desserts, breads, and baked goods, managing the pastry team, and maintaining the highest standards of quality and creativity, contributing to the hotel's reputation as a premier dining destination in the Garden Route .

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a diverse range of high-quality pastries, desserts, cakes, breads, and confections for all hotel outlets.
• Manage and mentor the pastry team, ensuring efficient workflow, adherence to recipes, and consistent quality.
• Control pastry kitchen inventory, order supplies, and manage food costs effectively to meet budgetary targets.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards in the pastry section.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef and Restaurant Managers on menu planning, special events, and dietary requirements.
• Innovate and introduce new dessert concepts and presentation styles to delight guests.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Pastry Chef or Assistant Pastry Chef in a luxury hotel, fine dining restaurant, or high-end bakery.
• Strong portfolio showcasing a variety of pastry techniques, artistic presentation, and understanding of flavor profiles.
• Excellent knowledge of baking and pastry-making principles, ingredients, and equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage a team and kitchen operations efficiently.
• Proficiency in food cost control and inventory management.
• Certification from a recognized culinary institute with a specialization in pastry arts is highly advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance-based bonuses.
• Accommodation assistance may be provided.
• Access to professional development and training opportunities within the hospitality group.
• Discounted hotel stays and F&B services.
• A creative and inspiring work environment in beautiful George .