Pastry Chef

PASTRY CHEF

ROLE PURPOSE

To prepare, bake, and present high-quality pastries, breads, and desserts for the supermarket’s deli section, ensuring creativity, consistency, and adherence to food safety standards while delivering an exceptional customer experience.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Production & Preparation
  • Prepare a variety of pastries, breads, desserts, and other baked goods according to recipes and specifications.
  • Innovate and develop new pastry items to expand the deli’s product range.
  • Ensure correct portion sizes and consistent presentation of all items.
• Quality & Hygiene
  • Maintain high standards of cleanliness and organization in the kitchen and preparation areas.
  • Comply with all food safety and hygiene regulations.
  • Monitor freshness and quality of ingredients and finished products.
• Inventory Management
  • Monitor stock levels of ingredients and request replenishment in a timely manner.
  • Assist in minimizing wastage through proper storage and rotation of ingredients.
• Customer Service Support
  • Coordinate with the deli counter team to ensure timely restocking of pastries.
  • Provide product knowledge to staff and occasionally to customers if needed.
• Team Collaboration
  • Work closely with other deli staff, chefs, and supervisors to meet production schedules.
  • Participate in team meetings to suggest menu updates and seasonal offerings.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Diploma or Certificate in Pastry, Bakery, Culinary Arts, or related field.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in pastry preparation in a bakery, deli, or hotel environment.
• Strong creativity and passion for baking and dessert presentation.
• Knowledge of current pastry trends and techniques.
• Understanding of food safety regulations and HACCP standards.