Commis Pastry Chef - Nanyuki at Fairmont Hotels & Resorts

What's in it for you:

• You will enroll in the workplace pension scheme
• Private medical insurance as per Hotel offering
• Be part of creating the historic story of rehabilitating and releasing the rare Mountain Bongo that was heading toward extinction.
• Working with a hotel rich in history and known for exemplary services while growing your career
• Employee Benefits Card offering discounted rates in Accor Worldwide
• Learning programs through our Academies
• Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world!
• Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility Activities, like Planet 21.

What will you be doing

• Assists the Pastry Chef in the production, preparation and presentation of all food Items to ensure highest food quality at all times.
• Preparing quality pastry items such as: breakfast breads and pastries, desserts, breads, ice creams, sorbets, creams, ganache, amenities, displays and centerpieces, and special guest requests
• Actively share ideas, opinions and suggestions to improve the environment and menus
• Ensure consistency in the preparation of all food items according to hotel recipes and standards
• Assist with the training and development of junior team members, including interns
• Assists in development and implementing standards, Recipes, Portion size and costing.
• Ensure the pastry section food safety and hygiene requirements are followed
• Any other job tasks that may be assigned

Your experience and skills include

• 2 years previous experience in a similar role
•  Previous experience in a 5 star or Premium hotel in a similar position
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced environment
• Ability to work cohesively and collectively as part of a team
• Excellent planning & Organizational skills
• A creative approach to the production of high-quality foods and knowledge of bakery