Pastry Chef

at  Planet Organic

DESCRIPTION

Planet Organic is seeking a talented Pastry Chef to craft exquisite and visually stunning pastries for our nine stores. The ideal candidate will possess a solid background in pastry preparation, a flair for creativity, and a passion for using organic and natural ingredients. In this role, you will be responsible for producing a diverse range of pastries, desserts, and baked goods that adhere to our high-quality standards and bring joy to our customers.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERTISE

• Proven experience as a Pastry Chef in a high-volume, quality-focused kitchen environment.
• Culinary degree or relevant certification is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of organic and natural ingredients, as well as their unique properties in pastry making.
• Creative flair and ability to develop innovative pastry recipes and designs.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

• Prepare and bake a wide variety of pastries, cakes, and other baked goods using organic and natural ingredients.
• Develop and execute creative pastry recipes and innovative dessert ideas that align with Planet Organic’s product standards.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, and taste.
• Collaborate with our Demi Chef de Partie to ensure timely production and delivery of pastries to all nine Planet Organic stores.
• Train and supervise our Demi Chef de Partie to support production and quality standards.
• Monitor inventory levels and order supplies as needed to ensure continuous production while ensuring wastage is well controlled.
• Approve timecards for the Bakery team to ensure accurate payroll processing.
• Adhere to food safety and health and safety standards, ensuring a clean and organised workspace.
• Stay updated with industry trends and sales patterns to identify growth opportunities within the department.
• Ensure agreed processes and admin is adhered to at all times to ensure compliant with our organic certification partners.