Pastry Chef

Job Overview

At Rose Bakery, the Pastry Chef works closely with the Café Manager/Head Chef to create a variety of innovative pastries. This role includes managing the daily operations of the pastry department, overseeing cost control, developing the menu, and helping to create a welcoming atmosphere for customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop innovative and enticing desserts to refresh our menus and captivate the attention of our clientele.
• Preparing a wide variety of baked goods such as cakes, scones, etc.
• Mix and bake a variety of pastry items including but not limited to breads, batters, doughs, creams, custards, and beverage bases.
• Monitor stocks for baking ingredients such as flour, sugar, etc.
• Aid in sourcing and placing orders for both food and non-food orders while keeping cost control in mind.
• Comply with and enforce hygiene and food safety standards.
• Regulate general cleaning and maintenance of all bakery areas including the kitchen, dry storage, and walk-in.
• Provide line cooks with clear directives and guidance.
• Work closely with the Café Manager/Head Chef and Rose Bakery principles/owners.

Key Skills

• A highly motivated individual able to converse with all levels both internally and externally.
• Self-starter, able to set the standard by your own professionalism and attitude.
• Must be energetic, self-motivated, self-organized, and a team player. Willing to do whatever it takes to get the job done.
• Decisive, structured, and organized, with a keen eye for detail.
• Punctual, possesses excellent time management skills.
• Flexible and able to adapt to the changing needs of the business.
• Possesses an enthusiasm and a passion for the Rose Bakery philosophy.

Key Requirements

• Proven experience as a Pastry Chef, Baker, or other relevant role.
• Great attention to detail and creativity.
• Strong communicator.
• Capable of multi-tasking while maintaining a high attention to detail.
• Flexible to the needs of the business.
• Ability to effectively partner with the Café Manager/Head Chef to build the pastry side of the business.