Requirements
Requires a minimum of 4 years of experience in Western pastry and dessert preparation, preferably in coffee shops, restaurants, or hotels. Must have strong knowledge of Western desserts, standardized recipe preparation, and high-volume commercial dessert production. Experience in developing new recipes and controlling food costs is essential. Food hygiene and safety standards knowledge is required, with HACCP or Culinary/Pastry Arts certification being an advantage.
Description
Western Pastry ChefKey Responsibilities* Prepare and produce a variety of Western desserts suitable for coffee shops according to approved recipes and standards.* Prepare products such as Cheesecake, Tiramisu, Brownies, Cookies, Cakes, Tarts, Mousse, and other desserts.* Ensure consistency in taste, texture, presentation, and portion size.* Develop new dessert recipes and products that align with the brand identity and market trends.* Conduct product trials and improve recipes before final approval.* Follow standardized recipes, preparation methods, and production procedures.* Monitor the quality of raw materials and ensure proper storage and usage.* Plan daily production quantities based on branch requirements while minimizing waste.* Assist in monitoring Food Cost and controlling production waste.* Maintain cleanliness and organization of the work area and comply with food safety standards.* Train and supervise pastry assistants and team members when required.* Coordinate with Operations and branch teams to ensure product availability and consistent quality.* Monitor pastry equipment and ensure proper usage, cleanliness, and maintenance.Job Requirements* Minimum 4 years of experience in Western pastry and dessert preparation.* Previous experience in coffee shops, restaurants, hotels, or pastry production facilities.* Strong knowledge of Western desserts and standardized recipe preparation.* Experience in high-volume commercial dessert production while maintaining consistent quality.* Ability to develop new recipes and products suitable for the coffee shop market.* Good knowledge of Food Cost and Waste Control.* Good understanding of food hygiene and safety standards; Food Safety / HACCP certification is an advantage.* Ability to work under pressure and meet production schedules.* Strong attention to detail and presentation.* Ability to work effectively within a team and coordinate with Operations and Production departments.* Culinary or Pastry Arts certification is an advantage.* Experience in coffee shop dessert product development and dessert menu creation is preferred.