Pastry Chef de Partie

The President Hotel; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid contribution

Pension fund

Staff meals on duty

Uniform provided

Training opportunities

Discounts on dining

Team culture

Job summary

The President Hotel in Cape Town is seeking an experienced Commis Pastry Chef to uphold precision, finesse and high-volume luxury pastry production across multiple outlets.

You will lead a section, mentor juniors, ensure HACCP compliance, manage stock and contribute new dessert ideas in a prestigious hotel environment.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent is required.
• Culinary diploma or equivalent professional qualification.
• Minimum 3 years pastry experience, including 1–2 years at Chef de Partie level.
• Hotel pastry experience essential.
• Strong technical competency in advanced pastry, plated desserts, chocolate work, garnishes and baking.
• Proven ability to lead a section and maintain high production standards.
• Knowledge of stock management, ordering and cost control.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Passion for creativity, innovation and guest experiences.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operation of the pastry section.
• Execute and supervise the preparation of high quality desserts, pastries and baked goods.
• Ensure consistency, precision and refined presentation at all times.
• Maintain full readiness of the pastry section for service.
• Uphold hotel recipe standards, portion control and quality expectations.
• Train, guide and mentor junior chefs and kitchen assistants.
• Contribute creative ideas for new desserts and seasonal specials.
• Manage stock rotation, daily checks, ordering and waste control.
• Enforce strict food safety, hygiene and HACCP standards.
• Work closely with the Executive Pastry Chef, Executive Chef and wider kitchen brigades.

Skills

Pastry chef

Leadership

Stock control

HACCP

Food safety

Communication

Education

Grade 12

Culinary diploma

Job description

Because every beautifully crafted dessert begins with exceptional skill.

At The President Hotel, exceptional dining begins long before a plate reaches the table. Our culinary team sets the tone for every guest experience with precision, creativity and a commitment to excellence. If you are an experienced Commis Pastry Chef who understands the importance of consistency, finesse and beautifully presented pastry work, we want to meet you. The President Hotel is on an exciting journey toward luxury.

We are looking for a confident, skilled and quality driven Pastry Chef with strong hotel pastry experience, advanced technical abilities and the discipline required for a high volume luxury kitchen. You will play a key role in crafting memorable dessert experiences across multiple outlets, ensuring every guest encounter feels refined and exceptional.

What We Are Looking For

• Grade 12
• Culinary diploma or equivalent professional qualification
• Minimum 3 years pastry experience, including 1 to 2 years at Chef de Partie level
• Hotel pastry experience essential
• Strong technical competency in advanced pastry, plated desserts, chocolate work, garnishes and baking
• Proven ability to lead a section confidently and maintain high production standards
• Knowledge of stock management, ordering and cost control
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Passion for creativity, innovation and delivering exceptional guest experiences

What You Will Do

• Oversee the daily operation of the pastry section
• Execute and supervise the preparation of high quality desserts, pastries and baked goods
• Ensure consistency, precision and refined presentation at all times
• Maintain full readiness of the pastry section for service
• Uphold hotel recipe standards, portion control and quality expectations
• Train, guide and mentor junior chefs and kitchen assistants
• Contribute creative ideas for new desserts and seasonal specials
• Manage stock rotation, daily checks, ordering and waste control
• Enforce strict food safety, hygiene and HACCP standards
• Work closely with the Executive Pastry Chef, Executive Chef and wider kitchen brigades

On Offer

• Competitive market related salary
• Company contribution toward medical aid and pension fund
• Staff meals on duty
• Uniform provided
• Training and development opportunities within a growing hotel
• Discounts on dining, accommodation and selected hotel facilities
• A supportive and passionate team culture
• The chance to grow within one of Cape Towns most loved hotels