Pastry Chef & Catering Dessert Artist

Placements24; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 201,000 - 312,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Dessert development

Prestige events

Growth opportunities

Supportive team

Job summary

Placements24 in Benoni is seeking a passionate Pastry Chef to elevate our catering offerings. You will craft desserts, cakes, and baked goods for a variety of events, ensuring top quality and presentation.

You will lead pastry production, collaborate with the Head Chef on menu development, manage inventory, and maintain hygiene standards in a fast-paced kitchen.

The role offers creative freedom, opportunities to work at prestigious events, and a supportive team dedicated to culinary excellence.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Pastry Chef, preferably in a catering or high-volume establishment.
• Expertise in a wide range of pastry techniques and dessert preparations.
• Strong understanding of baking ingredients and their functions.
• Excellent attention to detail and presentation skills.
• Ability to work efficiently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and create a variety of high-quality pastries, desserts, and baked goods for catering events.
• Ensure consistency in taste, appearance, and quality of all pastry items produced.
• Manage pastry section inventory, including ordering ingredients and supplies.
• Maintain impeccable hygiene and safety standards in the pastry production area.
• Collaborate with the Head Chef on menu development and special dessert requests.
• Minimize waste and control costs associated with pastry production.

Skills

Pastry techniques

Dessert preparation

Attention to detail

Time management

Job description

Placements24 in Benoni is seeking a passionate Pastry Chef to elevate our catering offerings. You will craft desserts, cakes, and baked goods for a variety of events, ensuring top quality and presentation.

You will lead pastry production, collaborate with the Head Chef on menu development, manage inventory, and maintain hygiene standards in a fast-paced kitchen.

The role offers creative freedom, opportunities to work at prestigious events, and a supportive team dedicated to culinary excellence.