Chef de Partie - Pastry

This opportunity is specifically suited to a Chef de Partie - Pastry or very strong Demi Chef de Partie – Pastry with recent, hands-on pastry kitchen experience who can confidently take ownership of a pastry section, maintain exceptional standards and deliver consistent quality across a busy 349-room hotel operation , including restaurants, buffets, banqueting, conferences, functions and special events. If pastry is your craft , you have a strong eye for detail and presentation, and you thrive in a professional, high-volume pastry kitchen environment, this opportunity is for you.

Minimum Requirements - Relevant Culinary or Pastry qualification or recognised professional chef training - Minimum 2 to 3 years' recent, relevant pastry kitchen experience - Solid experience at Chef de Partie - Pastry level or strong Demi Chef de Partie – Pastry level ready to progress - Previous experience within a 4-star or 5-star hotel, luxury resort, high-end restaurant or high-volume pastry kitchen highly advantageous - Strong practical experience in the preparation and production of pastries, desserts, cakes, breads and baked goods - Good knowledge of pastry techniques, baking methods, ingredients and pastry production processes - Strong attention to detail with excellent presentation, finishing and plating skills - Ability to confidently manage and take ownership of an assigned pastry section - Experience preparing pastry items for restaurant service, buffets, banqueting, conferences and functions advantageous - Strong understanding of mise en place, portion control and production planning - Sound knowledge of food safety, hygiene and HACCP standards - Ability to maintain quality, consistency and presentation during high-volume production and service - Strong organisational and time-management skills - Ability to work effectively under pressure as part of a professional kitchen brigade - Ability to guide and support Demi and Commis Chefs within the pastry section - Creative approach with an interest in current pastry and dessert trends - Ability to work shifts, weekends and public holidays - Professional grooming, presentation and a disciplined approach to work - South African citizen or holder of a valid South African work permit - A fully updated CV with a professional, recent profile image and contactable reference details is essential

What You'll Be Doing - Taking responsibility for the daily preparation and production of pastries, desserts, cakes, breads and baked goods - Preparing and presenting pastry items according to established recipes, quality and presentation standards - Ensuring all pastry mise en place and production requirements are completed accurately and on time - Supporting pastry production for restaurants, buffets, banqueting, conferences, functions and special events - Maintaining exceptional consistency, flavour, texture and presentation across all pastry items - Taking ownership of your assigned pastry section and ensuring it is fully prepared for service - Working closely with the Sous Chefs and wider kitchen brigade to ensure smooth and efficient kitchen operations - Supporting the development of new desserts and pastry items as the hotel continues its journey toward luxury - Guiding and supporting junior chefs within the pastry section - Maintaining effective portion control, stock rotation and storage procedures while actively minimising waste - Maintaining exceptional food safety, hygiene and HACCP standards at all times - Keeping the pastry section clean, organised and operating efficiently throughout production and service - Supporting other areas of the kitchen when required during high-volume periods - Contributing to a positive, professional and disciplined kitchen culture - Living our values of Teamwork, Respect, Innovation, Accountability, Passion and Integrity

Why Join The President Hotel - Be part of Cape Town's Most Loved Hotel - Work within a professional, high-volume 349-room hotel kitchen - Take ownership of your pastry section while developing your technical and creative skills - Gain exposure to restaurants, buffets, banqueting, conferences, functions and special events - Develop your experience in high-volume luxury pastry production and presentation - Work alongside passionate hospitality and culinary professionals - Play an important role in our exciting journey toward luxury - Enjoy a competitive market-related salary, company contributions toward medical aid and provident fund , staff meals on duty and an outstanding team culture