Pastry Chef vacancy in Funchal Portugal

Pastry Chef for Luxury Resort in Funchal, Portugal



We are seeking a skilled and experienced Pastry Chef to join our team at a luxury resort in Funchal, Portugal. As our Pastry Chef, you will be responsible for creating, preparing, and presenting a variety of delicious pastries and desserts for our guests.

Key Responsibilities:
- Develop new pastry and dessert recipes that align with our resort's standards and guest preferences
- Manage the pastry kitchen, including ordering ingredients and supplies, maintaining cleanliness and organization, and overseeing the work of junior pastry chefs
- Prepare and present a variety of pastries and desserts for the resort's restaurants, room service, events, and special occasions
- Ensure that all pastries are prepared to the highest quality standards in terms of taste, appearance, and portion size
- Monitor inventory levels and control food costs to maximize profitability
- Train new pastry chefs on techniques, recipes, and safety procedures
- Collaborate with other chefs to develop menus that offer a diverse range of pastries to cater to different dietary requirements or preferences

Requirements:
- Proven experience as a Pastry Chef in high-end establishments or luxury hotels/resorts
- Creative mindset with a passion for creating unique pastries that wow guests
- Strong knowledge of culinary techniques related to pastry making including baking methods, decorating techniques, etc.
- Proficient in managing inventory levels and controlling food costs while maintaining quality standards
- Excellent time management skills with the ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to train junior chefs effectively
- High level of attention to detail and cleanliness standards

Salary: 1100$ per month (negotiable based on experience)

City: Funchal, Portugal (relocation assistance may be provided for non-local candidates)

If you have a creative flair for pastry making and thrive in a luxury hospitality environment, we would love to hear from you. Join our team as our Pastry Chef and showcase your skills to delight our guests with delectable desserts and pastries.