Executive Pastry Chef

Company description

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Job description

Conceive, develop and renew dessert menus, pastries, breads and seasonal creations.

Supervise the daily production of all pastry and bakery products.

Guarantee consistent product quality in terms of taste, texture, freshness and presentation.

Ensure perfect coordination with the different hotel kitchens.

Develop innovative creations in line with the Sofitel identity and gastronomic trends.

Guarantee an exceptional customer experience through high-end products.

Participate in tastings and validations of new menus.

Ensure personalization of services for special events and VIP clients.

Manage complaints related to the department effectively.

Prepare technical sheets and cost prices.

Optimize material costs while maintaining a high level of quality.

Master cost ratios, losses and food waste.

Participate in the preparation of the department's annual budget.

Ensure optimal management of stocks, orders and inventories.

Guarantee the application of HACCP procedures as well as hygiene and food safety standards.

Ensure compliance with health regulations.

Control the cleanliness of laboratories and the maintenance of equipment.

Actively participate in internal and external quality audits.

Qualifications

Five years of pastry experience and minimum of 2-3 years of leadership experience with journeyman’s papers and valid trade qualifications

Must be flexible in scheduling to accommodate business demands

Strong knowledge and skills in custom wedding cakes

Strong knowledge in artisan bread making

Experience working with guests, clients and media in public areas

Awareness of new trends in presentation and preparation of food, particularly plated restaurant style desserts

Strong leadership and organizational skills

Strong media presence

Able to work in a fast-paced, high-volume pastry shop

Energetic, self-motivated, outgoing, team player

Additional information

Experience is an asset

Fluency in English, additional languages are a plus