Pastry Chef

Position Overview
We are seeking a talented and creative Pastry Chef to join our culinary team. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the pastry section, creating high-quality desserts and bakery items, and ensuring consistency and excellence in every product served. This role requires strong leadership, attention to detail, and a passion for innovation in pastry arts.

Key Responsibilities

• Developing and preparing desserts, cakes, pastries, bread, and other confectionery items.

• Creating new recipes and seasonal menu offerings.

• Ensuring the quality, consistency, and taste of all finished products.

• Managing the purchasing and storage of ingredients.

• Maintaining hygiene standards and food safety regulations.

• Organizing the work of the pastry section and delegating tasks to team members.

• Training and mentoring junior pastry chefs and assistants.

• Controlling food costs and minimizing waste.

• Decorating and presenting desserts in accordance with restaurant/hotel standards.

• Collaborating with the Executive Chef and other kitchen department.
  
  Requirements

  • Proven experience as an Executive Pastry Chef or Pastry Chef in a luxury resort or 5-star hotel.
  • Advanced knowledge of international pastry, bakery, and dessert trends.
  • Strong leadership, organizational, and time management skills.
  • Expertise in chocolate, sugar work, plated desserts, viennoiseries, and artisan breads.
  • Excellent knowledge of food safety regulations.
  • Ability to manage high-volume production while maintaining quality and precision.
  • Fluency in English; additional languages are an advantage.

• Personal Qualities

  • Creative, innovative, and detail-oriented.
  • Strong sense of aesthetics and presentation.
  • Passionate about guest satisfaction and excellence.
  • Inspiring leader with the ability to motivate and develop a diverse team.
  • Flexible and adaptable to the dynamic environment of a luxury resort.