Executive Pastry Chef

Overview

Key Accountabilities

• Design and create innovative, seasonal, and visually appealing pastry menus for all outlets and events.
• Stay current with pastry trends, techniques, and emerging culinary innovations to bring fresh ideas.
• Ensure all pastry products meet the standards for taste, presentation, and consistency.
• Oversee the storage, handling, and presentation of pastry items to ensure food safety and hygiene protocols are strictly followed.
• Conduct regular quality checks to maintain high standards in every aspect of pastry production.
• Manage the pastry department s budget, ensuring efficient use of resources and controlling food costs without compromising quality.
• Monitor inventory, ordering, and procurement of pastry ingredients and equipment to maintain adequate stock levels.
• Analyze sales reports and forecast demand to ensure the correct quantity of products is prepared.
• Lead, train, and motivate the pastry team, ensuring high performance and adherence to quality standards.
• Develop and execute training programs to enhance the skills of pastry chefs and kitchen staff.
• Schedule, supervise, and evaluate team members to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
• Consistently deliver exceptional pastry experiences that exceed guest expectations, ensuring that all offerings reflect the standards of the company.
• Enforce and adhere to strict health and safety regulations in the kitchen.
• Ensure cleanliness and organization of the pastry kitchen to comply with all sanitation standards and regulations.