Senior Pastry Chef

Lephalale, Limpopo, South Africa

Job Description

Qualifications

  • Diploma or Certificate in Pastry Arts, Culinary Arts, or Professional Cookery.
  • Food Safety / HACCP certification (essential).
Experience
  • 5+ years professional pastry experience.
  • At least 2 years in a senior or supervisory role.
  • Experience in hotels, lodges, resorts, or high-volume catering is advantageous.
Technical Skills
  • Advanced knowledge of pastry, desserts, bread, chocolate, and confectionery techniques.
  • Strong knowledge of plating, presentation, and decoration skills.
  • Understanding of menu costing, portion control, and kitchen management.
  • Proficient in kitchen hygiene, safety, and quality control.
Core Competencies
  • Leadership and team management.
  • Creativity and innovation in desserts and pastry creations.
  • Excellent organisational and multitasking skills.
  • Strong attention to detail and consistency.
  • Problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
Personal Attributes
  • Passionate about pastry and culinary excellence.
  • Calm, professional, and reliable under pressure.
  • Motivated, proactive, and hands-on leader.
  • Creative, innovative, and up-to-date with trends in pastry arts.

Skills Required

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1600358
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Lephalale, Limpopo, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned