Head Pastry Chef

Recruiter:

Bright Search Recruitment (Pty) Ltd

Job Ref:

JHB001691/Casey

Date posted:

Monday, June 30, 2025

Location:

Pilanesberg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Job Advertisement: Head Pastry Chef – Luxury Lodge, Pilanesberg, North West
A renowned luxury lodge in the Pilanesberg, North West is looking for a talented and innovative Head Pastry Chef to lead their pastry kitchen and create extraordinary dessert experiences that leave a lasting impression on guests.
This is your opportunity to showcase your creativity, technical skill, and passion for the art of pastry in a world-class setting surrounded by natural beauty.
Key Responsibilities:

Oversee all pastry and baking operations, from concept to plating
Design and execute a variety of high-end desserts, breads, pastries, and baked goods for multiple dining experiences
Ensure consistency in taste, presentation, and quality at all times
Manage pastry kitchen staff, including training, development and scheduling
Monitor stock levels, place orders and maintain cost control
Ensure hygiene and safety standards are upheld to the highest levels
Work closely with the Executive Chef and kitchen team to deliver seamless service

Requirements:

Formal pastry or culinary qualification
Proven experience as a Head Pastry Chef or Senior Pastry Chef in a luxury lodge or hotel environment
Exceptional plating skills and creativity with flavours and textures
Strong leadership abilities and the ability to work under pressure
Excellent time management and organisational skills
Passionate about food trends and innovation

If you are an artistic and detail-driven pastry professional ready to take your career to the next level in a five-star environment, we invite you to apply.

POSITION INFO:
Job Advertisement: Head Pastry Chef – Luxury Lodge, Pilanesberg, North West
A renowned luxury lodge in the Pilanesberg, North West is looking for a talented and innovative Head Pastry Chef to lead their pastry kitchen and create extraordinary dessert experiences that leave a lasting impression on guests.
This is your opportunity to showcase your creativity, technical skill, and passion for the art of pastry in a world-class setting surrounded by natural beauty.
Key Responsibilities:

Oversee all pastry and baking operations, from concept to plating
Design and execute a variety of high-end desserts, breads, pastries, and baked goods for multiple dining experiences
Ensure consistency in taste, presentation, and quality at all times
Manage pastry kitchen staff, including training, development and scheduling
Monitor stock levels, place orders and maintain cost control
Ensure hygiene and safety standards are upheld to the highest levels
Work closely with the Executive Chef and kitchen team to deliver seamless service

Requirements:

Formal pastry or culinary qualification
Proven experience as a Head Pastry Chef or Senior Pastry Chef in a luxury lodge or hotel environment
Exceptional plating skills and creativity with flavours and textures
Strong leadership abilities and the ability to work under pressure
Excellent time management and organisational skills
Passionate about food trends and innovation

If you are an artistic and detail-driven pastry professional ready to take your career to the next level in a five-star environment, we invite you to apply.

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