Pastry Sous Chef

Pastry Sous Chef – Luxury Boutique Hotel – Centurion, Gauteng

Kendrick Recruitment is currently seeking a talented and experienced Pastry Sous Chef to join a luxury boutique hotel in Centurion, Gauteng.

This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate pastry professional who takes pride in producing high-quality desserts, pastries and baked goods while supporting the pastry kitchen and maintaining exceptional culinary standards.

Key responsibilities

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  Assisting the Pastry Chef with the daily operation of the pastry kitchen
  
  

  
  


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  Preparing and producing a variety of high-quality pastries, desserts, breads and baked goods
  
  

  
  


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  Ensuring consistency, presentation and quality across all pastry products
  
  

  
  


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  Supporting menu development and introducing creative pastry concepts
  
  

  
  


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  Supervising and guiding junior pastry team members
  
  

  
  


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  Ensuring mise en place is completed efficiently and to the required standard
  
  

  
  


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  Maintaining high standards of hygiene, cleanliness and food safety
  
  

  
  


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  Monitoring stock levels and assisting with ordering and stock control
  
  

  
  


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  Minimising wastage while maintaining quality and portion control
  
  

  
  


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  Assisting with training and development within the pastry team
  
  

  
  


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  Supporting the Pastry Chef and Executive Chef with daily kitchen requirements
  
  

  
  

Requirements

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  Previous experience as a Pastry Sous Chef or in a senior pastry role
  
  

  
  


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  Formal culinary or pastry qualification would be advantageous
  
  

  
  


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  Strong knowledge of pastry techniques and production
  
  

  
  


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  Experience within a luxury hotel or high-end hospitality environment
  
  

  
  


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  Excellent attention to detail and presentation
  
  

  
  


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  Creative approach to pastry and dessert preparation
  
  

  
  


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  Strong leadership and communication skills
  
  

  
  


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  Ability to work efficiently under pressure
  
  

  
  


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  Good understanding of food hygiene and safety standards
  
  

  
  


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  Flexible approach to working hours, including weekends and public holidays
  
  

  
  

Position details

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  Location: Centurion, Gauteng
  
  

  
  


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  Property: Luxury Boutique Hotel
  
  

  
  


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  Position: Pastry Sous Chef
  
  

  
  


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  Salary: Negotiable depending on experience
  
  

  
  

How to apply

Interested candidates who meet the above requirements are invited to submit their CV to Kendrick Recruitment for consideration.