Senior Pastry Chef

Bright Placements; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an experienced Pastry Chef to lead pastry operations in a fine-dining environment. The role involves creating seasonal dessert menus, managing stock and costs, and training junior chefs to ensure high standards of hygiene and presentation. Ideal candidates will have a passion for pastry, strong energy levels, and a formal culinary background.

Qualifications

• 5 years in pastry roles within fine-dining or luxury lodge environments.
• Strong understanding of allergens, dietary restrictions, and plating artistry.

Responsibilities

• Lead pastry operations focusing on consistency and creativity.
• Curate seasonal dessert menus aligned with fine-dining standards.
• Train junior chefs and ensure hygiene compliance.

Skills

Creativity

Presentation

Cost control

Stock management

Energy

Discipline

Passion for pastry

Education

Formal culinary qualifications

Job description

What You'll Be Doing :

1. Lead pastry operations with a focus on consistency, creativity, and presentation.
2. Curate seasonal dessert menus in line with fine-dining expectations.
3. Maintain cost controls and stock management.
4. Train junior chefs and ensure hygiene compliance at all times.
5. Collaborate with the Executive Chef on gourmet plating standards.

Required Experience :

1. 5 years in pastry roles within fine-dining or luxury lodge environments.
2. Formal culinary qualifications required.
3. Strong understanding of allergens, dietary restrictions, and plating artistry.
4. High levels of energy, discipline, and passion for pastry.