Senior Pastry Chef - Cape Town Culinary Institute

Placements24; Cape Town; Sur place; ZAR 480 000 - 600 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Pension fund

Professional development opportunities

Résumé du poste

Placements24 in Cape Town seeks an experienced Senior Pastry Chef to lead its pastry arts department. You will develop a world‑class curriculum, mentor students, and uphold top hygiene and safety standards in a dynamic educational setting.

The role requires 8+ years pastry experience, including 3+ years in supervision, plus a formal Pastry Arts qualification. You will teach hands‑on pastry techniques, manage the lab, and contribute to program growth and student success.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of professional pastry experience, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or lead role.
• Formal culinary degree or diploma with a specialization in Pastry Arts is required.
• Proven ability to teach and mentor students effectively, with excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Expertise in a wide array of pastry disciplines, including advanced cake decorating, chocolate tempering, sugar artistry, and viennoiserie.
• Strong understanding of food science as it applies to pastry.
• Experience in curriculum development and assessment design is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of inventory management, food costing, and budget control within a culinary context.
• Must be passionate about pastry education and dedicated to student success.
• Flexibility to work varying hours, including occasional evenings and weekends for special events or student projects in Cape Town.

Responsabilités

• Develop, update, and deliver comprehensive pastry arts curriculum for various programs, including hands‑on practical classes and theoretical lectures.
• Instruct and mentor students in a wide range of pastry techniques, including baking, chocolate work, sugar craft, plated desserts, and ice cream production.
• Supervise and manage the pastry lab, ensuring it is equipped with the necessary tools and ingredients, and maintained to the highest standards of hygiene and safety.
• Conduct practical assessments and provide constructive feedback to students, evaluating their progress and skill development.
• Stay abreast of current industry trends, techniques, and innovations in the pastry world, integrating them into the curriculum and student training.
• Collaborate with other department heads to ensure a cohesive culinary education program.
• Manage pastry ingredient inventory, ordering, and cost control, ensuring efficient use of resources within the department budget.
• Contribute to the institute's reputation by participating in culinary events, competitions, and demonstrations in and around Cape Town.
• Ensure all activities comply with health, safety, and sanitation regulations relevant to a culinary educational setting.

Connaissances

Mentoring

Teaching

Communication

Pastry techniques

Cake decorating

Chocolate work

Sugar craft

Plated desserts

Formation

Formal Pastry Arts degree/diploma

Description du poste

About the Role

A prestigious culinary institute in the scenic city of Cape Town, Western Cape , is seeking an experienced and passionate Senior Pastry Chef to lead its pastry arts department. This role is ideal for a master baker and decorator who possesses a deep understanding of classical and contemporary pastry techniques. You will be responsible for developing and delivering an exceptional pastry curriculum, mentoring aspiring chefs, and maintaining the highest standards of culinary education. The ideal candidate has a refined palate, a creative vision, and a dedication to fostering talent within a rigorous academic environment. This is a unique opportunity to influence the next generation of pastry chefs in a world-renowned culinary destination. You will contribute significantly to the institute's reputation for excellence and innovation in pastry arts education, ensuring students graduate with industry-leading skills and a strong theoretical foundation. The role involves hands‑on instruction, curriculum development, and active participation in the institute's operational success in Cape Town .

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, update, and deliver comprehensive pastry arts curriculum for various programs, including hands‑on practical classes and theoretical lectures.
• Instruct and mentor students in a wide range of pastry techniques, including baking, chocolate work, sugar craft, plated desserts, and ice cream production.
• Supervise and manage the pastry lab, ensuring it is equipped with the necessary tools and ingredients, and maintained to the highest standards of hygiene and safety.
• Conduct practical assessments and provide constructive feedback to students, evaluating their progress and skill development.
• Stay abreast of current industry trends, techniques, and innovations in the pastry world, integrating them into the curriculum and student training.
• Collaborate with other department heads to ensure a cohesive culinary education program.
• Manage pastry ingredient inventory, ordering, and cost control, ensuring efficient use of resources within the department budget.
• Contribute to the institute's reputation by participating in culinary events, competitions, and demonstrations in and around Cape Town .
• Ensure all activities comply with health, safety, and sanitation regulations relevant to a culinary educational setting.

Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years of professional pastry experience, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or lead role.
• Formal culinary degree or diploma with a specialization in Pastry Arts is required.
• Proven ability to teach and mentor students effectively, with excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Expertise in a wide array of pastry disciplines, including advanced cake decorating, chocolate tempering, sugar artistry, and viennoiserie.
• Strong understanding of food science as it applies to pastry.
• Experience in curriculum development and assessment design is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of inventory management, food costing, and budget control within a culinary context.
• Must be passionate about pastry education and dedicated to student success.
• Flexibility to work varying hours, including occasional evenings and weekends for special events or student projects in Cape Town .

Benefits

• This position offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits package including medical aid and pension fund, and a conducive work environment within a leading educational institution.
• There are significant opportunities for professional development and the chance to shape the future of pastry arts education in Cape Town .
• Join a dedicated team committed to culinary excellence and student achievement.