Pastry Chef

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
•             Operate and manage the pastry section of the kitchen

•             Prepare a variety of baked goods

•             Decorate and present pastries and baked goods in a tasteful and beautiful way

•             Monitor and order ingredients, supplies and equipment

•             Meet with customers to discuss custom-made desserts or baked goods for special occasions

•             Ensure the bakery section of the kitchen adheres to health and safety regulations

•             Develop new seasonal recipes and menus and keep up with the latest trends

SKILLS AND ABILITY
·         Excellent baking and culinary skills

·         Creativity to design new and unique menu items to attract customers

·         Knowledge of how baking ingredients work together and how they can be used in creative ways

·         Good management skills in order to properly utilize resources and avoid wasting food

·         Flexibility

·         Basic numeracy skills

·         Excellent time management skills  to deliver orders on schedule

·         Attention to details

The candidate should have a minimum of OND.