Sous Chef Pastry

About the role

The Sous Chef Pastry supports the Executive Chef, Executive Sous Chef and Pastry Chef in delivering high‑quality pastry and bakery products across all dining outlets. The role ensures technical excellence, consistency, and guest satisfaction while adhering to company policies and public health standards.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise daily pastry and bakery operations, maintaining product quality, presentation and productivity.
• Prepare and produce pastries, desserts, breads and specialty items for all meals, crew dining and special events.
• Assist the Pastry Chef with menu planning, recipe development and maintenance of recipe manuals.
• Handle guest special requests, dietary restrictions and allergy concerns.
• Organise staff schedules, station assignments and ensure timely setup of pastry stations.
• Monitor food preparation against recipes, portion sizes, taste and visual standards.
• Conduct quality control inspections, tastings and mise en place checks.
• Prepare pastry displays, buffet showpieces and support cooking demonstrations.
• Coordinate with restaurant managers and other departments for seamless service.
• Manage inventory, food forecasting, cost control and waste minimisation.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, pest management and public health regulations.
• Maintain pastry equipment through proper use and preventative maintenance.
• Train, mentor and evaluate pastry team members, maintaining accurate training records.

Required profile

• Proven experience in a supervisory pastry or bakery role.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation and public health standards.
• Ability to lead, motivate and develop a kitchen team.
• Excellent organizational and time‑management skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to consistent product quality.

Required skills

• Pastry preparation and bakery production
• Menu planning and recipe development
• Food safety and sanitation compliance
• Inventory management and cost control
• Team leadership and training