Assistant Pastry Chef

ASSISTANT PASTRY CHEF Job Summary: The assistant pastry chef is responsible, under the guidance and supervision of the pastry chef, and within the limits of established Sandals Resorts policies and procedures, for overseeing and directing all aspects of the pastry operation at the level of standard and quality established by the company.

Responsibilities

Producing and preparing of all pastry, dessert, breads, wedding cakes and chocolate items to ensure highest quality at all times Inspecting all perishable food items received for quality Overseeing operation of all food outlets, functions and other VIP dinners, including restaurants and room service Overseeing operational requirements, recipes, opening and closing procedures, and health codes are followed according to department standards Preparing daily preparation work tasks sheets, conducting and recording inventor audits, and completing daily requisitions Qualifications: High School Diploma Completion of apprenticeship certificate and or vocational training Four (4) years' Pastry experience Associate's Degree in Pastry Arts and Baking would be an asset Valid Food Handlers Permit Knowledge of baking and culinary techniques and processes (Tier 4. Adept at reading and writing recipes Can operate and train users in the safe use of all pastry equipment including small wares, mixers, and deck ovens (Tier 3. Understanding of the fundamental function of Pastry ingredients, such as sugars, chocolate, fruit puree, fillings, glazes, cake flours, and is adept at pastry decoration and creative presentations (Tier 4)