Pastry Chef

Frenchman's Reserve Country Club is seeking an experienced Pastry Chef to join our team.

Position: Pastry Chef

Classification: Exempt

Reports to: Executive Chef

• Operate and manage the pastry section of a kitchen, working together with the other chefs.
• Prepare a variety of baked goods.
• Decorate and present pastries and baked goods in a tasteful and beautiful way.
• Monitor and order ingredients, supplies and equipment.
• Meet with Catering Director to discuss custom-made desserts or baked goods for special occasions.
• Ensure the bakery section of the kitchen adheres to health and safety regulations.
• Develop new seasonal recipes and menus and keep up with the latest trends.

• Creativity to design new and unique menu items.
• Knowledge of how baking ingredients work together and how they can be used in creative ways.
• Leadership skills to manage the pastry section and staff in a kitchen and motivating workers in a high-stress environment.
• Time management skills to deliver orders on schedule and avoiding wasting food.
• Physical strength and stamina to spend long hours standing and performing repetitive motions.
• Flexibility, since hours for a Pastry Chef may vary and include weekends, evenings and holidays.

Responsibilities for Pastry Chef

• Create and prepare all pastry items as required by the Club.
• Prepare, clean and organize ingredients for use in the kitchen.
• Come up with recipe ideas from scratch.
• Plan the menu of desserts and pastry to complement savory items.
• Ensure the kitchen is clean and sanitized at all times.
• Maintain up to date knowledge about pastry arts and ingredients.
• Carry out administrative duties to maintain an efficient workspace.

Qualifications for Pastry Chef

• Proven experience working as a pastry chef in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Able to follow recipes and instructions accurately.
• Good knowledge of pastry arts and ingredients.
• Confident culinary techniques and skills.
• Good sense of planning and preparation for the day ahead.
• Diligent and meticulous in making and receiving orders.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Punctual and discipline to ensure optimal work performance.
• Physically able to stand for long hours every day in a hot kitchen.