Pastry Chef de Partie

University of Fort Hare; Franschhoek; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A contemporary restaurant in Franschhoek seeks a skilled Pastry Chef de Partie passionate about creating desserts and pastries. Join a world-class team, focusing on menu development, quality control, and training junior staff. A formal culinary qualification and specialized pastry arts training are required. Hospitality hours apply.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and produce pastry items to high standards.
• Conduct taste tests and visual inspections for quality.
• Contribute to new pastry recipes and menu items.
• Monitor stock levels and assist with ordering supplies.
• Train and supervise junior pastry staff.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace.

Skills

Pastry creation

Quality control

Menu development

Inventory management

Supervision

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Formal culinary qualification

Specialized training in pastry arts

Job description

Overview

Our client, a contemporary restaurant based in the Franschhoek area, is looking for a Pastry Chef de Partie who has a love for creating variations of desserts, pastries and baked goods. This is an opportunity to be part of a world-class team and step into a kitchen of culinary expertise, while focusing on the art of assisting with pastry creation of quality, innovation and effective management of the Pastry Section.

Educational documentation

A minimum Grade 12 or equivalent.

A formal culinary qualification.

Additional specialized training in pastry arts.

Key responsibilities

• Executing the preparation and production of various pastry items, ensuring that creation meets the highest standards of taste and presentation.
• Quality Control: Conduct regular taste tests and visual inspections to maintain the quality and consistency of all pastry items.
• Menu Development: Collaborating with Senior Pastry Chef to contribute to the development of new pastry recipes and menu items.
• Inventory Management: Monitoring stock levels of ingredients, assist in the ordering of supplies and ensure that the pastry section is well-stocked and organized.
• Training & Supervision: Training and supervising junior pastry staff.
• Sanitation and Safety: Maintaining a clean and organized workspace.

Please note that hospitality hours apply to this role.

If you believe you have the creativity and necessary qualifications, please APPLY today.