Job Title: Chocolate & Pastry Chef
We are looking for a skilled and creative Chocolate & Pastry Chef to join our team. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in chocolate production and pastry preparation, with a strong focus on taste, presentation, and consistent quality.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare a variety of chocolates, bonbons, pralines, truffles, fillings, and chocolate decorations.
- Produce pastries, cakes, desserts, and seasonal specialties.
- Handle chocolate tempering, molding, enrobing, and finishing.
- Develop new recipes and product ideas while maintaining consistent quality.
- Follow standardized recipes, portion sizes, and presentation guidelines.
- Plan daily production to meet orders and delivery deadlines.
- Monitor ingredient quality, stock levels, storage conditions, and shelf life.
- Control ingredient usage and minimize production waste.
- Maintain a clean, organized workspace and follow food safety and hygiene standards.
- Coordinate with the team to fulfill custom orders and special requests.
Requirements
- Proven experience as a Chocolate Chef, Pastry Chef, or in a similar role.
- Strong knowledge of chocolate techniques and pastry production.
- Creativity and excellent attention to detail in decoration and presentation.
- Ability to manage multiple orders and work efficiently under pressure.
- Knowledge of food safety, allergen handling, and proper storage practices.
- Strong teamwork, organization, and time management skills.
- A culinary or pastry qualification is an advantage.
