Executive Pastry Chef & Instructor at Kenya Red Cross Society

Scope of the role:

• Pastry preparations
• Teaching/Instructing
• Setting exams & Invigilation
• Student mentorship
• Curriculum development
• Managing the pastry function and allocating workload

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• 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 offerings and baked goods in a tasteful and contemporary way and use of both traditional and modern recipes.
• Meet with customers 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
• Create new and exciting desserts to renew the BIHC  menus and engage the interest of learners and customers
• Decorate pastries using different icings, toppings etc. to ensure the presentation is of a professional nature.
• Schedule staff, delegate tasks and oversee the workflow of the Pastry kitchen.
• Monitor stocks for baking ingredients and make appropriate orders within budget
• Maintain a clean and orderly cooking station and adhere to health and safety standards
• Teach at a diploma level in areas allocated by the Head of Academic Affairs
• Contribute to the development, planning and implementation of a high quality curriculum
• Prepare learning materials, schemes of work and maintain records to monitor students’ records, achievements and attendance.
• Participate in departmental and faculty seminars aimed at building inter-disciplinary collaboration within the department.
• Participate in the development, administration and marking of exams and other assessments
• Provide pastoral care and support to students,
• Network with other pastry chefs within the hospitality arena
• Any other duties as may be assigned by management

THE SKILLS AND COMPETENCES WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
Key Skills and Personal Attributes 

• Strong knowledge of modern trends in pastry preparation
• Strong knowledge of subject areas combined with a broad subject background
• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
• Proven record of ability to manage time and work to strict deadlines
• Ability to work collaboratively
• Commitment to continuous professional development
• Creativity to design new and unique menu items to attract customers
• Knowledge of how baking ingredients work together and how they can be used in creative ways
• Excellent leadership skills to manage the pastry section and students in a kitchen.
• 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

Minimum requirements on Education and Experience:

• Diploma in related field of study/Baking & Pastry. Bachelor’s Degree in Areas of Specialization/related field of study or Pastry Arts will be an added advantage.
• 5-10  years  proven experience in five star international hotels, managing the pastry and bakery section, teaching experience would be an advantage
  Proficiency in Microsoft office suites especially PowerPoint
• A deep global understanding of commitment to and involvement in hospitality Industry
• An absolute commitment to upholding the college values in particular, commitment:
  • to prioritize the needs of students
  • to act with integrity, authenticity and respect at all times
  • to secure continuous improvement and excellence
  • to focus on coaching and developing others to reach their full potential
  • demonstrated commitment to continuous personal development to improve achievement by focusing on the quality of instruction.