Pastry Chef – Knysna

Knysna, Western Cape, South Africa

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Duties:

Prepare pastries and foods such as cakes, cookies, pies, bread etc
Create new and interesting desserts
Decorate pastries using different icings and toppings
Monitor stock levels for baking ingredients such as flour, sugar etc. and communicate levels to Head Chef
Check quality and condition of equipment and devices used for cooking
Adhere to prep sheets and report to Head Chef on a daily basis
Be available to assist with the monthly stock take
Responsible for keeping bin cards up to date
Monitor and log wastage on relevant log
Costing and design of recipes and pastry related menus
Ensure all stock is treated and stored with respect according to standards set up on regulation 918 or SANS 0049- refer to SOP
Adhere by the Head Chefs instructions and training on food quality and presentation
Be prepared to assist in any other kitchen department you might be needed
Assist head chef with menu design, costing and implementation

Requirements:

Relevant tertiary certification preferred
Previous experience as Pastry Chef, Baker or similar role
Knowledge of food preparation and baking techniques and nutrition
Great attention to detail and creativity
Strong organizational and leadership skills
In depth knowledge of:
Sanitation principles
Working knowledge of baking with ingredient limitations (pastries that are gluten free, sugarless etc.)
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