Job Description

Job Summary
Large Hotel in Bantry Bay is looking for a Demi Chef de Partie - Pastry to join their 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.
Duties:
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
Grade 12
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
Skilled in desserts, pastries, and baked goods
Innovative flair for presentation and menu input
Capable of mentoring and guiding junior staff
Strong multitasking in a high-pressure kitchen
Commitment to quality and memorable dining
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