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Pastry Chef (JB5668)
Muldersdrift, Gauteng · Hospitality/TravelPastry Chef (JB5668)
Muldersdrift, Gauteng
R15 000.00 a month CTC
Permanent
A leading hospitality establishment in Muldersdrift is seeking an experienced Pastry Chef to join its culinary team. This role is responsible for creating exceptional pastry and dessert offerings across banquets, events, and boutique restaurant service. The ideal candidate will combine creativity with precision, bringing a strong background in hotel and banqueting environments together with boutique restaurant exposure. This is a hands-on position that requires leadership, attention to detail, and a passion for delivering high-quality patisserie experiences
Minimum Requirements:
Minimum 5 years’ pastry experience in a professional kitchen
Strong background in banqueting and hotel pastry operations
Experience in boutique / à la carte restaurant pastry work
Culinary or pastry qualification (Diploma / Certificate) advantageous
Proficiency in pastry techniques: breads, chocolate work, sugarcraft, entremets, plated desserts
Ability to cost menus, plan production, and maintain consistency
Must live within 35 km of Muldersdrift, and have reliable own transport
Strong leadership and supervisory skills with ability to train and mentor staff
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and events
Duties and Responsibilities:
Plan, design, and execute dessert and pastry menus for banquets, events, and boutique dining
Oversee day-to-day pastry production including breads, viennoiserie, plated desserts, chocolates, and showpieces
Collaborate with the events team to meet pastry requirements for weddings, functions, and corporate events
Maintain high standards of taste, consistency, portion control, and presentation
Manage pastry stock levels, place orders, and liaise with suppliers
Ensure effective costing, portion control, and minimisation of wastage
Supervise and develop pastry staff and trainees
Uphold strict food safety, hygiene, and HACCP standards
Introduce innovative and seasonal dessert concepts to keep offerings fresh and competitive
Work closely with kitchen management and front-of-house to ensure smooth service delivery
Assist with general kitchen operations during peak business periods
Please do not apply using Scanned CVs, no supporting documentation is required at this point, this will be requested later.
Kontak Recruitment Disclaimer:
Equal opportunity: All backgrounds are welcomed, with no bias. All are considered based on requirements.
Job specifics: Requirements mirror advertisement, duties may adjust for client needs.
Fair process: Fair assessment, only shortlisted candidates contacted due to volume.
Privacy: Data processed as per Privacy Policy. By applying, you agree to data handling. We safeguard applicant info.
Candidate verification: Candidates selected by the client are verified. False info may disqualify or end employment via the client.
Offer clarity: Advert is not a binding offer. Written offers based on pre-employment conditions.
No direct link: Advert is not tied to Kontak Recruitment. We assist in the employment process ONLY.
Applicant Responsibility: Upon applying, confirmation of receipt for a specific advert is given. If no confirmation is received, you must verify with Kontak Recruitment.
Muldersdrift, Gauteng
R15 000.00 a month CTC
Permanent
A leading hospitality establishment in Muldersdrift is seeking an experienced Pastry Chef to join its culinary team. This role is responsible for creating exceptional pastry and dessert offerings across banquets, events, and boutique restaurant service. The ideal candidate will combine creativity with precision, bringing a strong background in hotel and banqueting environments together with boutique restaurant exposure. This is a hands-on position that requires leadership, attention to detail, and a passion for delivering high-quality patisserie experiences
Minimum Requirements:
Minimum 5 years’ pastry experience in a professional kitchen
Strong background in banqueting and hotel pastry operations
Experience in boutique / à la carte restaurant pastry work
Culinary or pastry qualification (Diploma / Certificate) advantageous
Proficiency in pastry techniques: breads, chocolate work, sugarcraft, entremets, plated desserts
Ability to cost menus, plan production, and maintain consistency
Must live within 35 km of Muldersdrift, and have reliable own transport
Strong leadership and supervisory skills with ability to train and mentor staff
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and events
Duties and Responsibilities:
Plan, design, and execute dessert and pastry menus for banquets, events, and boutique dining
Oversee day-to-day pastry production including breads, viennoiserie, plated desserts, chocolates, and showpieces
Collaborate with the events team to meet pastry requirements for weddings, functions, and corporate events
Maintain high standards of taste, consistency, portion control, and presentation
Manage pastry stock levels, place orders, and liaise with suppliers
Ensure effective costing, portion control, and minimisation of wastage
Supervise and develop pastry staff and trainees
Uphold strict food safety, hygiene, and HACCP standards
Introduce innovative and seasonal dessert concepts to keep offerings fresh and competitive
Work closely with kitchen management and front-of-house to ensure smooth service delivery
Assist with general kitchen operations during peak business periods
Please do not apply using Scanned CVs, no supporting documentation is required at this point, this will be requested later.
Kontak Recruitment Disclaimer:
Equal opportunity: All backgrounds are welcomed, with no bias. All are considered based on requirements.
Job specifics: Requirements mirror advertisement, duties may adjust for client needs.
Fair process: Fair assessment, only shortlisted candidates contacted due to volume.
Privacy: Data processed as per Privacy Policy. By applying, you agree to data handling. We safeguard applicant info.
Candidate verification: Candidates selected by the client are verified. False info may disqualify or end employment via the client.
Offer clarity: Advert is not a binding offer. Written offers based on pre-employment conditions.
No direct link: Advert is not tied to Kontak Recruitment. We assist in the employment process ONLY.
Applicant Responsibility: Upon applying, confirmation of receipt for a specific advert is given. If no confirmation is received, you must verify with Kontak Recruitment.