Senior Pastry Chef — Dessert Innovation & Leadership

Placements24; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Staff meals

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Pastry Chef for its client in Centurion, Gauteng. Lead the pastry division, mentor junior staff, and drive dessert concepts for a discerning clientele.

The role requires 6+ years in pastry with 3+ in a supervisory capacity, a formal culinary/pastry degree, and mastery of classic and contemporary techniques. You will oversee production, quality, safety, and cost control in a premium hospitality setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years progressive pastry experience with 3+ in supervisory role.
• Formal culinary or pastry arts degree/diploma from a recognized institution.
• Expertise in classic and modern pastry techniques incl. chocolate work, sugar artistry, and bread making.
• Proven ability to create visually stunning and delicious desserts.

Responsibilities

• Design, prepare, and execute high-quality pastries, desserts, breads and baked goods.
• Develop new pastry concepts and seasonal menus.
• Manage day-to-day operations of the pastry section, production planning and scheduling.
• Oversee and train junior pastry cooks and bakers, fostering a positive work environment.
• Ensure consistent quality and presentation of all pastry items.
• Maintain strict adherence to food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards.
• Manage inventory, cost controls, and ordering of pastry ingredients.
• Collaborate with Head Chef and kitchen teams on menu development and events.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of pastry kitchen and equipment.
• Stay updated on pastry trends and techniques globally.

Skills

Pastry leadership

Dessert creation

Team mentorship

Menu development

Food safety

Education

Culinary/pastry degree

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Pastry Chef for its client in Centurion, Gauteng. Lead the pastry division, mentor junior staff, and drive dessert concepts for a discerning clientele.

The role requires 6+ years in pastry with 3+ in a supervisory capacity, a formal culinary/pastry degree, and mastery of classic and contemporary techniques. You will oversee production, quality, safety, and cost control in a premium hospitality setting.