Pastry Chef - Baringo County at Ital Global

About the Client:

• Our client in the hospitality industry, is looking for a candidate to join their team as a PASTRY CHEF to handle production and quality for our client’s bakeries in accordance with approved standards and company guidelines.

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities.

• Prepare a wide variety of goods such as cakes, cookies, pies, bread, donut
• Create new and exciting desserts to renew our menus and engage the interest of customers
• Decorate pastries using different icings, toppings etc. to ensure the presentation will be beautiful and exciting
• Monitor stocks for baking ingredients such as flour, sugar etc. and make appropriate orders within budget
• Check quality of material and condition of equipment and devices used for cooking
• Identify staffing needs and help recruit and train personnel
• Maintain a lean and orderly cooking station and adhere to health and safety standards

Key Qualifications

• Diploma / Certificate in Food Production or related area.
• At least 2 years in pastry production.
• Valid Food handlers certificate.
• Knowledge in HACCP.
• Diploma/certificate in pastry production preferred.

Competencies and Skills:

• Excellent record in kitchen operations and procedures.
• Ability to calculate profit margins.
• Well-versed in preparing food items consistently while adhering to recipe standards.
• Track record of working efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated and takes own initiative.
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong Customer Service Skills
• Must be a team player with strong work ethics.