Pastry Chef/Baker
Job Description
We are seeking a skilled and creative Pastry Chef & Baker to lead the pastry section of our kitchen and contribute to the overall culinary excellence of our Cake Fairy Shop. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in baking and pastry arts, with a passion for crafting high-quality, visually appealing baked goods. This role involves preparing a wide variety of breads, pastries, and desserts, developing seasonal recipes, and ensuring compliance with food safety standards.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Oversee and manage the pastry section of the kitchen, collaborating closely with other chefs and kitchen staff
- Prepare a variety of baked goods including breads, pastries, cakes, and specialty items
- Mix, knead, and prepare doughs and fillings according to established recipes and techniques
- Decorate and present pastries and baked goods in an appealing and creative manner
- Monitor inventory levels and place orders for ingredients, supplies, and equipment as needed
- Ensure the pastry and bakery section complies with all health, safety, and hygiene regulations
- Develop innovative and seasonal recipes that align with the café’s brand and customer preferences
- Review daily production sheets to plan and execute the required variety of baked goods
- Prepare and bake items in accordance with café recipes, quality standards, and presentation guidelines
- Maintain accurate kitchen logs and records to ensure compliance with food safety programs and standards
Qualifications and Experience
- Degree or Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality, Culinary Arts, or a related field
- Minimum of 2 years’ hands-on experience in a professional bakery or pastry kitchen
- Proven expertise in preparing and presenting a wide range of baked goods and pastries
- Strong understanding of baking techniques, ingredient functionality, and food safety standards
- Excellent and demonstrable training skills, with the ability to mentor junior staff and support team development
- Creative flair for recipe development and product innovation
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen environment
- Strong organizational and time management skills
How to Apply
Submit Application letter, Profile(optional) and detailed CVs to [email protected]
or Submit at Cake Fairy Shop (13th and 14th Avenue Along R Mugabe Way)
Location: Bulawayo
Company: Cake Fairy ~~ 0
Expiry Date: 2025-08-08 00:00:00