Pastry Chef de Partie

Christine Loopstra; Somerset West; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

My client, a luxury 5-star country estate in the Cape Winelands, is looking for a passionate and skilled Pastry Chef de Partie to join their culinary team. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting with the preparation and presentation of high-quality pastries, desserts and baked goods while maintaining exceptional standards.

Turn your passion for pastry into beautifully crafted culinary creations and contribute to a dynamic kitchen that upholds meticulous technique, plating

Qualifications

• Relevant pastry or culinary qualification.
• Previous experience in a pastry kitchen, preferably within an upmarket establishment.
• Good technical pastry skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet service requirements.
• A creative approach and genuine passion for pastry.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and produce a variety of pastries, desserts and baked goods
• Ensure consistency, quality and presentation of all pastry items
• Maintain an organised and efficient pastry section
• Assist with stock rotation, preparation and portion control
• Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene standards

Skills

Pastry skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Pastry or culinary qualification

Job description

PASTRY CHEF DE PARTIE

Somerset West:

My client, a luxury 5-star country estate in the Cape Winelands, is looking for a passionate and skilled Pastry Chef de Partie to join their culinary team. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting with the preparation and presentation of high-quality pastries, desserts and baked goods while maintaining exceptional standards.

Turn your passion for pastry into beautifully crafted culinary creations.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Prepare and produce a variety of pastries, desserts and baked goods
• Ensure consistency, quality and presentation of all pastry items
• Maintain an organised and efficient pastry section
• Assist with stock rotation, preparation and portion control
• Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene standards

Criteria:

• Relevant pastry or culinary qualification
• Previous experience in a pastry kitchen, preferably within an upmarket establishment
• Good technical pastry skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure and meet service requirements
• A creative approach and genuine passion for pastry

Please note that consideration will be given primarily to applicants with relevant experience in an equivalent position within the hospitality industry, preferably in an upmarket or luxury establishment.

Candidates who currently reside in or near Somerset West, or those who are planning to relocate, are invited to apply for this role.