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🥝 Head Pastry Chef

Hospitality Hire | cape town, South-Africa | Posted June 16, 2026

Job Description

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
  • Culinary or Pastry qualification from a recognised institution
    - Minimum 4 years experience in a senior pastry role within a hotel, resort, or high-volume environment
    - Proven experience managing a pastry kitchen and team
    - Strong knowledge of dessert creation, baking techniques, and presentation standards
    - Experience within a 4 or 5-star hotel environment preferred
    - Solid understanding of food cost control, stock management, and kitchen operations
    - Knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and health regulations
    - South African ID or valid work permit
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Pastry Kitchen Leadership & Operations
- Lead and manage the daily operations of the pastry kitchen
- Ensure smooth production flow across all dessert and bakery items
- Maintain high standards of cleanl...

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