Pastry Chef de Partie - Events

Placements24; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Pastry Chef de Partie to join the catering team in Tembisa. You will craft desserts, pastries, and baked goods for events, under the Head Pastry Chef.

The ideal candidate has strong pastry skills, thrives in a fast-paced kitchen, and is committed to quality, safety, and continuous learning. This role offers growth within a leading catering company and exposure to diverse event menus.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Pastry Chef de Partie or similar in professional kitchen.
• Strong knowledge of pastry techniques, ingredients and presentation.
• Ability to work efficiently and maintain high standards under pressure.
• A passion for pastry arts and a commitment to continuous learning and improvement.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Food handler's certification or equivalent is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a variety of high-quality desserts, pastries, cakes, and bread according to established recipes and standards.
• Execute dessert plating and presentation with artistic flair and attention to detail.
• Maintain a clean and organized pastry station, adhering to all food safety and hygiene protocols.
• Assist in managing pastry inventory, ordering supplies, and minimizing waste.
• Collaborate with the culinary team to ensure consistency and excellence in all pastry offerings.
• Contribute to menu development and create innovative new dessert concepts.

Skills

Pastry techniques

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Under pressure

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented and creative Pastry Chef de Partie to join their esteemed catering team in Tembisa . This role focuses on the preparation and presentation of exquisite desserts, pastries, and baked goods for a wide array of events. You will work under the guidance of the Head Pastry Chef, contributing your skills to crafting unique and memorable sweet finales for clients. The ideal candidate possesses a passion for pastry arts and a keen eye for detail, thriving in a collaborative kitchen environment dedicated to culinary innovation and exceptional quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare a variety of high-quality desserts, pastries, cakes, and bread according to established recipes and standards.
• Execute dessert plating and presentation with artistic flair and attention to detail.
• Maintain a clean and organized pastry station, adhering to all food safety and hygiene protocols.
• Assist in managing pastry inventory, ordering supplies, and minimizing waste.
• Collaborate with the culinary team to ensure consistency and excellence in all pastry offerings.
• Contribute to menu development and create innovative new dessert concepts.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Pastry Chef de Partie or similar role in a professional kitchen or bakery.
• Strong knowledge of pastry techniques, ingredients, and presentation.
• Ability to work efficiently and maintain high standards under pressure.
• A passion for pastry arts and a commitment to continuous learning and improvement.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Food handler's certification or equivalent is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for overtime pay.
• Opportunities to hone your pastry skills with a leading catering company.
• A supportive and creative kitchen team environment.
• Exposure to diverse event catering and a wide range of culinary creations.
• Potential for career growth within the pastry department.