Pastry Chef - Chef de Partie

at  Black Star Pastry

ABOUT YOU

• Previous experience in a Senior Pastry Chef – Chef de Partie role.
• Full understanding of how the role contributes to the success of the store, including a focus on quality control and operational efficiencies.
• Good working knowledge of the restaurant and hospitality industry.
• Able to build effective and constructive relationships – a true team player!
• Ability to communicate clearly, professionally and concisely.
• Exceptional organisational skills.
• Good judgement and confident to make informed decisions.
• Ability to adapt and be flexible to changing business demands.

Black Star Pastry is thriving, having fully settled into our new, purpose built Kitchen HQ in Alexandria. We are now looking for a full-time qualified Chef de Partie (Pastry) to lead a small team.
This is a full-time opportunity suited to Pastry Chefs with at least 3 years’ experience who will have the opportunity to craft our acclaimed cakes, and develop your skills as a Pastry Chef and leader.
We offer reliable day time hours, stable employment and the rare opportunity to achieve work/life balance in a Chef role!
We have a lot of exciting things in development, and this is a fantastic time to become a valued member of our team.

Your main responsibilities will include -

• Coordinate and oversee the supervision of a section
• Ensure all pastry products are prepared and baked according to the specific store requirements.
• Maintain a detailed knowledge of the full product range.
• Follow and adhere to recipe specifications.
• Ensure compliance with legal requirements of food hygiene regulations.
• Ensure all policies, procedures, standards and safety guidelines are followed.