Head Pastry Chef - Re-advertised
Head Pastry Chef - Re-advertised
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Job Description
The Head Pastry Chef is responsible for overseeing the production of pastries sweets breads ice creams toppings and fillings. This role demands expertise in the creation execution and presentation of pastries and desserts befitting 5-star luxury experiences.
- Produce exceptional pastries and desserts maintaining awareness of global culinary trends and innovations.
- Demonstrate advanced artistic abilities to create visually striking pastries and desserts.
- Cultivate the next generation of pastry chefs by identifying and training high-potential individuals. Reassign personnel who do not exhibit the requisite passion for pastry work.
- Manage food costs judiciously while pursuing culinary innovation. Implement strategies to minimise waste and optimise utilisation of surplus ingredients.
- Craft bespoke showpieces for special occasions including weddings birthdays and anniversaries as well as for display buffets.
- Serve as a Food Ambassador for Anantara providing support for new openings and participating in task force missions.
- Actively participate in and strive to win culinary competitions showcasing originality creativity and product quality.
- Ensure strict adherence to all health and safety standards throughout all pastry operations.
- Maintain consistently excellent quality across all dessert offerings.
- Collaborate with the Executive Chef to uphold high standards of food presentation and buffet displays. Assume responsibility for planning directing controlling cooking and coordination of pastry operations.
- Execute all food requests to the highest standard ensuring complete guest satisfaction in accordance with company policies.
- Oversee and coordinate all aspects of pastry and dessert preparation and presentation.
- Manage inventory and cost control through strategic menu planning utilising quality ingredients within budgetary constraints.
- Enforce culinary standards and ensure all pastry team responsibilities are met with the utmost professionalism.
- Undertake additional duties as required demonstrating flexibility and commitment to organisational needs.
- Maintain readiness to work overtime when necessary.
- Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of all fire safety and emergency procedures.
Qualifications :
- Diploma in Culinary Arts or Hotel Management
- Minimum of five years work experience in luxury kitchen operations specifically in pastry
- Proven track record of leading a pastry team in a 5-star hotel or high-end restaurant
- Expert knowledge of pastry techniques including chocolate work sugar work and cake decorating
- Strong creative skills with the ability to design and execute innovative desserts and pastries
- Excellent organisational and time management skills
- Proficiency in menu planning cost control and inventory management
- Strong leadership and team management abilities
- Fluency in English; additional languages are advantageous
- Food hygiene certification and thorough understanding of health and safety regulations
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
- Flexibility to work varying shifts including weekends and holidays
- Passion for staying current with global pastry trends and techniques
Additional Information :
Three traceable referees with valid mobile numbers and emails
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Employment Type
Full-time
