Pastry Chef - Green Point, CPT

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and innovative Pastry Chef to take charge of their own dedicated section, producing high-quality pastries, breads, and deli items while upholding a health-conscious and wellness-focused approach. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in pastry production, recipe development, and ingredient sourcing, with a commitment to using locally sourced, seasonal, and stoneground ingredients. This role requires precision, creativity, and a passion for natural and refined sugar-free baking.

Key Responsibilities :

Pastry & Product Development :

Maintain and continue producing the current range of pastries offered.

Develop and execute pastries, desserts, pies, puff pastries, sandwiches, breads, jams, and sauces.

Create health-conscious recipes with a focus on refined sugar-free and wellness-focused offerings.

Work with stoneground flour sourced directly from the farm.

Maintain recipe documentation and ensure accuracy in execution.

Kitchen Operations & Management :

Manage and oversee pastry section operations, ensuring efficiency and high standards.

Implement and adhere to strict hygiene, food safety, and quality control procedures.

Be responsible for ingredient sourcing, stock control, and meeting deadlines.

Ensure all recipes and processes are well-documented and followed consistently.

Work collaboratively with the Head Chef and contribute to the overall menu.

Engage in collaborations with well-known industry professionals.

Adapt and innovate alongside visiting experts and industry leaders.

Support and contribute to the expansion of the pastry section, with potential for team development as the category grows.

Requirements :

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Pastry Chef.
• Matric qualification (required); a tertiary qualification in pastry arts is advantageous.
• Expertise in artisan bread, viennoiserie, plated desserts, and pastry techniques.
• Strong knowledge of classic French pastry techniques and modern pastry trends.
• Ability to work independently without assistance initially, with potential for team growth.
• Experience with menu development, ingredient sourcing, and cost control.
• Passion for health-conscious baking and refined sugar-free recipes.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills in a high-pressure environment.
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene regulations.

If you are a dedicated and passionate Pastry Chef eager to grow and innovate within a sustainable and health-focused environment, we would love to hear from you!