Pastry Chef
Riverside Park Hotel
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Job Title: Pastry Chef
Reports To: Executive Chef
The Pastry Chef is responsible for creating, preparing, and presenting an exquisite array of pastries, desserts, and baked goods for a four-star hotel. This role requires a high level of creativity, technical skills, and a passion for delivering exceptional culinary experiences. The Pastry Chef works alongside our current pastry team and ensures the highest standards of quality and presentation are consistently maintained.
Responsibilities:
- Menu Planning and Development:
- Create innovative and seasonal pastry menus that complement the hotel’s culinary offerings.
- Develop new recipes and adapt existing ones to meet customer preferences and dietary requirements.
- Collaborate with the Executive Chef and F&B Manager to ensure menu consistency and guest satisfaction.
- Pastry Preparation and Presentation:
- Prepare and present a wide range of pastries, desserts, cakes, bread, and other baked goods.
- Ensure all pastry items are visually appealing, artistic, and adhere to the hotel’s quality standards.
- Pay attention to detail in garnishing, plating, and decorating pastries to enhance the overall dining experience.
- Inventory and Cost Control:
- Maintain proper inventory levels of pastry ingredients and supplies and ensure their freshness and quality.
- Implement effective portion control and minimize waste to optimize cost efficiency.
- Hygiene and Safety:
- Adhere to all health and safety regulations and maintain a clean and organised pastry kitchen.
- Monitor and enforce proper food handling and storage procedures to prevent contamination and ensure compliance with food safety standards.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Proven experience as a Pastry Chef or relevant role.
- Strong knowledge of baking techniques, ingredients, and pastry decoration.
- Creative flair and ability to develop unique and visually appealing pastry creations.
- Strong organizational and time management abilities.
- Attention to detail and ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
Join our culinary team and showcase your talent in creating delectable pastries and desserts that will delight our guests. As a Pastry Chef in our four-star hotel, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the hotel’s culinary reputation and make a lasting impact on our guests’ dining experiences.
To apply, please email your C.V, along with a cover letter to admin@riversideparkhotel.com