Ital Global Pastry Chef – Nairobi Jobs in Kenya
About the Client:
Our client in the hospitality industry, is looking for a candidate to join their team as a PASTRY CHEF to handle production and quality for our client’s bakeries in accordance with approved standards and company guidelines.
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities
Oversees creativity and prepares all desserts required for the restaurant, functions, and specialty orders.
Prepare a wide variety of pastry goods such as cakes, cookies, pies, bread etc.
Decorate pastries using different icings, toppings etc. to ensure the presentation will be appealing and exciting.
Monitor stocks for baking ingredients such as flour, sugar etc. and make appropriate orders within budget.
Monitor levels of customer satisfaction.
Develop new ideas for the menu.
Plate desserts for serving.
Create cheese plateaus to complement a meal.
Creates baked goods for specific diets (gluten free, sugar free, diabetes-friendly, etc.)
Inspect the quality of the ingredients and measure them for specific recipes.
Ensure that the kitchen equipment is in good condition and meets all requirements.
Organizes and conducts tasting sessions for potential clients when the situation requires it.
Cleans the equipment and utensils and maintains the kitchen cleanliness and in good order for proper functioning.
Creation of recipes and the preparation of advanced items.
Efficiency and production of consistent, quality pastries.
Estimate food consumption and requisition for production items.
Standardize production recipes to ensure consistent quality.
Establish presentation technique and ensure quality standards are maintained.
Assess quality control and adhere to hotels service standards.
Schedules production of all baked goods to maintain an inventory of fresh baked goods at all times.
Ensure that guest have a positive and memorable experience.
Should efficiently work in the hot kitchen when there is need.
Any other duties as assigned from time to time.
Key Qualifications
Diploma / Certificate in Food Production or related area.
At least 3 years in pastry production.
Valid Food handlers certificate.
Knowledge in HACCP.
Diploma/certificate in pastry production preferred.
Competencies and Skills:
Excellent record in kitchen operations and procedures.
Ability to calculate profit margins.
Well-versed in preparing food items consistently while adhering to recipe standards.
Track record of working efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
Self-motivated and takes own initiative.
Excellent communication skills
Strong Customer Service Skills
Must be a team player with strong work ethics.
Uphold high Integrity.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: [email protected] using the position as subject of email.
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