Chef De Partie – Bakery/Pastry
Full time @Kempinski Hotels posted 5 days ago in Hospitality Shortlist Email JobJob Detail
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Experience 2 Years
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Qualifications Degree Bachelor
Job Description
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Key Responsibilities
- Prepare all pastry ingredients, materials, and specialized bakery equipment required for daily service in advance.
- Bake and present a range of pastries, breads, and desserts in strict accordance with established recipes and restaurant menus.
- Provide clear direction and leadership to the pastry team, including Demi-Chef de Parties, Commis, and Stewards.
- Clean and re-set the bakery and pastry stations to maintain impeccable operational and hygiene standards.
- In the absence of the Sous Chef, conduct shift briefings to ensure all hotel activities and specific pastry production requirements are communicated to the team.
- Conduct on-the-job training in pastry techniques and maintain detailed progress records for each staff member.
- Provide essential input for probation periods and formal performance appraisal discussions for junior pastry staff.
- Ensure new pastry team members attend hotel orientation within their first month and complete departmental orientation within two weeks.
- Coach, counsel, and discipline staff regarding breaches of hotel policy, providing constructive feedback to enhance performance.
- Assist superiors in managing the pastry department’s budget while staying mindful of food cost and financial targets.
- Enforce cost-saving measures and encourage staff to recycle while minimizing ingredient wastage.
- Log all security incidents and accidents in compliance with hotel requirements and safety protocols.
- Escalate production difficulties, guest feedback on pastry quality, or relevant internal information to superiors immediately.
- Perform additional tasks and responsibilities as assigned based on the evolving needs of the bakery business and the hotel.
Skills, Knowledge, and Expertise
- Minimum of two years’ experience in a similar position or as a Pastry Demi Chef De Partie, preferably in a 4/5-Start rated International Hotel
- Knowledgeable of food safety regulations
- Ability to work as part of a team, thrive under pressure in challenging circumstances and come up with proactive, rational solutions
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to establish and retain effective working relationships with hotel staff and clients/vendors
- Ability to identify and delegate tasks effectively
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Applying a professional, confidential and ethical approach at all times
- Working in a safe, prudent and organized manner
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office preferred
Benefits
- Medical Cover
- Pension