Pastry Chef

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Job Description

Pastry Chef This pivotal role involves a combination of managerial duties and hands-on pastry production, requiring strong leadership skills and advanced pastry knowledge. The pastry sous chef assists in overseeing the day-to-day operations of the pastry department, including production scheduling, inventory management, and staff supervision. The pastry sous chef actively participates in pastry production, contributing to the creation of desserts, pastries, and baked goods. With the comprehensive understanding of pastry techniques and ingredients, pastry sous chefs serve as mentors to junior pastry staff, providing guidance, training, and support to help them develop their skills and grow in their roles. Key Responsibilities:

• Pastry Production: Oversee the production of a wide range of pastries, desserts, and baked goods. Ensure the quality and consistency of all pastry items, meeting established standards.
• Recipe Execution: Demonstrate precision and skill in executing pastry recipes to maintain high-quality standards. Monitor and control ingredient quantities to minimize wastage and ensure cost-effectiveness.
• Team Leadership: Supervise and guide pastry kitchen staff, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment. Lead by example, instilling a sense of passion and commitment among the team.
• Quality Control: Implement stringent quality control measures for pastry production. Conduct regular tastings and inspections to guarantee the excellence of all pastry offerings.
• Training and Development: Support the training and development of pastry kitchen staff. Provide coaching on techniques, presentation, and adherence to culinary standards.
• Kitchen Organization: Optimize kitchen workflow, ensuring efficient organization and cleanliness. Maintain a well-organized and well-stocked pastry kitchen.
• Collaboration and Communication: Collaborate seamlessly with other kitchen departments and front-of-house teams. Communicate effectively with colleagues to ensure a smooth and synchronized kitchen operation.

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of 7-8 years well rounded experience in EACH area of the culinary field. Proven experience in a pastry role, showcasing mastery in various pastry techniques.
• Education: Possession of a culinary diploma or certification in pastry arts.
• Leadership and Interpersonal Skills: Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Creative Flair and Attention to Detail: Creative flair with a keen eye for detail in pastry presentation.
• Thriving in a Fast-Paced Environment: Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced culinary environment.
• Organizational and Multitasking Abilities: Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.

Additional Information

• Opportunity to join the first Raffles in Bahrain
• Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide
• Learning programs through our Academies
• Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world!
• Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities, like Planet 21