Seeking a skilled Junior Pastry Chef to join luxury property in the heart of Franschhoek Valley.
The ideal candidate has experienced in precision baking using various techniques, pastry decoration and presentation, with a high level of attention to detail, creative, and strong time management skills. We are looking for an individual with a stable track record and passionate about Pâtisserie and Baking.
As a Junior Pastry Chef, you are responsible for creating a variety of baked goods and desserts, ensuring quality, consistency, and innovation.
Position Requirements:
- Senior Certificate
- Diploma or certification in Pastry Arts, Culinary Arts or related field
Experience and Skill:
- Minimum of 2-years’ experience as a dedicated pastry chef
- Excellent knowledge of food and beverage service standards.
- Exceptional knowledge of pastry techniques and dessert preparation.
- Inventory Management
- Interpersonal skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Cost-control awareness
- Creative and artistic skills, with a passion for developing unique pastries and desserts.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Prepare and design a wide variety of high-quality pastries, desserts, and other baked goods for the restaurant menu
- Develop new and exciting pastry and dessert options for seasonal menus and special events
- Monitor food quality and presentation, ensuring consistency with the standards set by the Head Chef, and correcting any issues as needed
- Assist in developing and testing new pastry and dessert menu items, considering seasonal ingredients, customer preferences, and trends
- Work with the Head Chef on special menus for events, promotions, and seasonal changes
- Follow and enforce FIFO (First-In-First-Out) procedures for food storage and rotation to ensure freshness and minimize waste
- Conduct regular inventory checks and place orders for ingredients and tools as needed
- Minimize kitchen waste and control food costs through effective portion control and reducing spoilage
- Uphold all hotel and company rules, regulations, and policies, including health and safety standards.
Remuneration: Competitive salary, based on experience, with Benefits (Add-on approach)
Start Date: ASAP
Only candidates with the relevant skill set and experience will be contacted.
APPLY DETAILS:
Email your CV and Motivational Letter to Zelda at info@pmrecruitment.co.za
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