Head pastry chef (5* game lodge) - pilanesberg

Overview

Game Lodge, a 5* destination in the Pilanesberg, is seeking a Head Pastry Chef to manage the pastry department.

The role involves leading dessert production, breads, and ensuring top quality and consistency.

Key Responsibilities Create seasonal menus and innovative desserts and pastries. Manage daily preparation and baking, maintaining consistency. Train, mentor, and schedule junior pastry staff. Control food costs, manage inventory, and order supplies. Uphold the highest standards of taste, presentation, and sanitation (HACCP). Collaborate with the executive chef to align dessert offerings with the culinary vision. Qualifications Culinary arts degree or equivalent professional certification. Proven experience as a Head or Senior Pastry Chef in fine dining or luxury hospitality. In-depth knowledge of pastry techniques, baking, chocolate/sugar work. Strong management, communication, and organizational skills. Exceptional artistic flair and attention to detai...