Pastry Chef at Estuary Business Solutions (EBS)

Job Summary

• You will be responsible for preparation, presentation and serving of afro fusion, fine dining meals and pastries. Ensuring meals are of high quality and timely delivery, stock inventory and re-stocking request.
• You will be required to accustom yourself with all relevant practices that would assure successful outcome of your given role.
• You are required to be diligent with your performance at all times, excellent in your delivery and be customer centric in your contact with customers/clients and others. 

Duties & Responsibilities
Your role as a Chef is as clearly outlined below:
Culinary and Pastry Preparation:

• Utilize culinary expertise to prepare and create a diverse range of dishes, including savory meals and pastries.
• Bake, Decorate and write messages on cake using pastry bags and tips
• Execute precise techniques in chopping, marinating, and measuring ingredients according to established recipes for both culinary and pastry production.

Menu Development:

• Contribute to menu development by proposing new dishes and pastry items, considering seasonal ingredients and culinary trends.
• Collaborate with the culinary team to ensure a balanced and innovative menu.

Kitchen Management:

• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen, overseeing the washing of dishes, utensils, and cooking equipment.
• Ensure proper sanitation of food preparation areas, countertops, cutting boards, and cooking surfaces, meeting the highest hygiene standards.
• Stock Control and Inventory Management:
• Monitor and manage kitchen inventory, overseeing both culinary and pastry ingredients.
• Unload and store deliveries in designated areas, ensuring proper rotation of stock.

Service Excellence:

• Provide hands-on support during peak hours, overseeing both culinary and pastry production to maintain quality and efficiency.
• Collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure seamless coordination during busy periods.
• Compliance and Safety:
• Adhere to health and safety regulations, implementing proper food handling, storage procedures, and personal hygiene practices.
• Maintain a clean and presentable appearance, reflecting the commitment to industry standards.

Team Leadership:

• Lead and inspire the kitchen team, fostering a positive and efficient working environment.
• Effectively communicate with team members, coordinating tasks, and ensuring a harmonious workflow between culinary and pastry production.
• Adaptability and Innovation:
• Demonstrate flexibility and a willingness to take on additional responsibilities, such as overseeing pastry production, assisting with kitchen maintenance, or contributing to special projects.
• Identify opportunities for improvement in culinary and pastry production processes, bringing innovative solutions to enhance overall kitchen efficiency.

Required Skills & Competencies:

• Strong culinary expertise in international and local cuisines
• Proven experience as a Chef or similar role in a busy kitchen.
• Ability to bake, decorate and write messages on cake using pastry bags and tips is a MUST
• Excellent leadership and team-management skills
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail and commitment to excellence
• Good knowledge of inventory management and cost control
• Creativity in menu development and plating aesthetics
• Discipline, integrity, and high ethical standards.
• Relevant experience in hospitality, catering, or related field
• Culinary certification or relevant qualification is an advantage.