Job Description

The President Hotel is on a journey to be considered luxury.
Our purpose is simple yet powerful: to create and inspire memorable experiences.
Our vision: to become Cape Towns most loved hotel.
Set in the heart of Bantry Bay, between Cape Towns vibrant city life and the Atlantic Ocean, The President Hotel is renowned as the Mother Citys most loved destination hotel. With 349 stylish rooms, apartments, and suites, breathtaking views, a palm-lined infinity pool, world-class restaurants, and state-of-the-art conference and event venues, The President offers an iconic working environment where excellence meets opportunity.
Were seeking a Demi Chef de Partie - Pastry to join our dynamic kitchen brigade. This role is ideal for a creative, detail-oriented pastry chef who thrives in a high-paced environment and is passionate about elevating the guest dining experience with beautifully crafted desserts.
Key Responsibilities
Pastry Preparation
Assist in preparing and executing high-quality desserts, pastries, and baked goods while ensuring exceptional taste, consistency, and presentation.
Section Support
Support the Pastry Chef de Partie in managing the pastry section, ensuring smooth daily operations and timely service.
Consistency & Standards
Maintain hotel recipe standards while upholding culinary excellence in every dish produced.
Training & Development
Guide and mentor junior chefs and kitchen assistants, ensuring best practices and professional growth.
Stock & Inventory
Assist with monitoring stock levels, ordering supplies, and reducing wastage to maintain an efficient pastry section.
Health & Hygiene
Uphold strict food safety, hygiene, and health regulations at all times.
Creativity & Menu Input
Contribute innovative ideas for new desserts and enhancements to existing menus, staying aligned with culinary trends.
Collaboration
Work closely with the wider kitchen team to deliver smooth service and a consistently exceptional guest experience.
Requirements
Culinary diploma or equivalent qualification advantageous
Minimum 2 years experience in a similar role (hotel or reputable restaurant)
Strong pastry and dessert-making skills with attention to detail
Ability to supervise and guide junior team members
Knowledge of kitchen operations, stock management, and food safety
Excellent time management and organisational skills
Passion for innovation and delivering culinary excellence
Key Competencies
Pastry Expertise Skilled in desserts, pastries, and baked goods
Creativity Innovative flair for presentation and menu input
Leadership Support Capable of mentoring and guiding junior staff
Efficiency & Organisation Strong multitasking in a high-pressure kitchen
Guest-Centric Approach Commitment to quality and memorable dining
Package on Offer
Basic salary (TBA)
50/50 contribution to provident fund
Company contribution to medical aid
Important Application Notes
Must hold a valid South African ID
Only candidates with relevant pastry experience will be shortlisted
Ensure your CV is 100% updated
All applicants will attend a virtual introduction interview
Recruitment aligns with the companys Employment Equity Plan.
Join our kitchen brigade and bring creativity, precision, and passion to every dessert at Cape Towns most loved hotel.