Pastry Chef

1 month ago

Nairobi, Kenya Ital Global Full time

About the Client:

Our client in the hospitality industry, is looking for a candidate to join their team as a PASTRY CHEF to handle production and quality for our client’s bakeries in accordance with approved standards and company guidelines.

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities.

  • Oversees creativity and prepares all desserts required for the restaurant, functions, and specialty orders.
  • Prepare a wide variety of pastry goods such as cakes, cookies, pies, bread etc.
  • Decorate pastries using different icings, toppings etc. to ensure the presentation will be appealing and exciting.
  • Monitor stocks for baking ingredients such as flour, sugar etc. and make appropriate orders within budget.
  • Monitor levels of customer satisfaction.
  • Develop new ideas for the menu.
  • Plate desserts for serving.
  • Create cheese plateaus to complement a meal.
  • Creates baked goods for specific diets gluten free, sugar free, diabetes-friendly, etc.
  • Inspect the quality of the ingredients and measure them for specific recipes.
  • Ensure that the kitchen equipment is in good condition and meets all requirements.
  • Organizes and conducts tasting sessions for potential clients when the situation requires it.
  • Cleans the equipment and utensils and maintains the kitchen cleanliness and in good order for proper functioning.
  • Creation of recipes and the preparation of advanced items.
  • Efficiency and production of consistent, quality pastries.
  • Estimate food consumption and requisition for production items.
  • Standardize production recipes to ensure consistent quality.
  • Establish presentation technique and ensure quality standards are maintained.
  • Assess quality control and adhere to hotels service standards.
  • Schedules production of all baked goods to maintain an inventory of fresh baked goods at all times.
  • Ensure that guest have a positive and memorable experience.
  • Should efficiently work in the hot kitchen when there is need.
  • Any other duties as assigned from time to time.

Key Qualifications

  • Diploma / Certificate in Food Production or related area.
  • At least 3 years in pastry production.
  • Valid Food handlers certificate.
  • Knowledge in HACCP.
  • Diploma/certificate in pastry production preferred.

Competencies and Skills:

  • Excellent record in kitchen operations and procedures.
  • Ability to calculate profit margins.
  • Well-versed in preparing food items consistently while adhering to recipe standards.
  • Track record of working efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
  • Self-motivated and takes own initiative.
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Strong Customer Service Skills
  • Must be a team player with strong work ethics.
  • Uphold high Integrity.

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