Responsibilities
Prepare a wide variety of goods such as cakes, cookies, pies, bread etc. following traditional and modern recipes
Create new and exciting desserts to renew our menus and engage the interest of customers
Decorate pastries using different icings, toppings etc. to ensure the presentation will be beautiful and exciting
Monitor stocks for baking ingredients such as flour, sugar etc. and make appropriate orders within budget
Check quality of material and condition of equipment and devices used for cooking
Guide and motivate pastry assistants and bakers to work more efficiently
Identify staffing needs and help recruit and train personnel
Maintain a lean and orderly cooking station and adhere to health and safety standards
Assist chefs with food preparation, including washing, peeling, cutting, and chopping ingredients.
Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen work areas, including washing dishes, utensils, and cooking equipment.
Help with the storage and labeling of food items in refrigerators and freezers.
Ensure that kitchen appliances and tools are cleaned and stored properly after use.
Adhere to all food safety and sanitation regulations.
Assist in the inventory management by keeping track of stock levels and notifying supervisors when supplies are low.
Support the team during busy service times and perform additional tasks as required.
Participate in team meetings and training sessions as needed.
Requirements and Skills
Certificate in culinary arts, pastry-making, baking or relevant field
Proven experience as Pastry Chef, baker or relevant role
Great attention to detail and creativity
Organizing and leadership skills
Willingness to replenish professional knowledge
In depth knowledge of sanitation principles, food preparation and baking techniques and nutrition
Working knowledge of baking with ingredient limitations (pastries that are gluten free, sugarless etc.)
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV / Resume to: chrisvirgyrecruit@gmail.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.
Apply via :
chrisvirgyrecruit@gmail.com
