Pastry Chef – Elevate Desserts & Guest Experience

Kempe Engineering Australia; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Hilton is seeking a Pastry Chef to lead daily pastry operations, producing breads, pastries, and desserts for restaurants and banquets. You will innovate with new pastry recipes and seasonal menus while ensuring top presentation and freshness. The role also involves supervising staff and maintaining regulatory standards to deliver memorable hospitality experiences.

Join a global hospitality leader committed to excellent guest experiences and a collaborative, high-performance kitchen culture.

Qualifications

• Experience as pastry chef or equivalent in a hospitality setting.
• Ability to lead a pastry team and maintain high standards of quality.
• Creative skills for developing menus and seasonal offerings.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day pastry operations, ensuring quality and efficiency.
• Prepare breads, pastries, desserts according to standard recipes for all service contexts.
• Develop new pastry recipes and seasonal menus to elevate dining experience.
• Decorate pastries and cakes with creative presentation and consistency.
• Maintain inventory and proper storage to ensure freshness and quality.
• Supervise and coach team members, fostering a positive work environment.

Skills

Pastry production

Team leadership

Menu development

Quality presentation

Inventory management

Regulatory compliance

Job description

Hilton is seeking a Pastry Chef to lead daily pastry operations, producing breads, pastries, and desserts for restaurants and banquets. You will innovate with new pastry recipes and seasonal menus while ensuring top presentation and freshness. The role also involves supervising staff and maintaining regulatory standards to deliver memorable hospitality experiences.

Join a global hospitality leader committed to excellent guest experiences and a collaborative, high-performance kitchen culture.