Hotel Pastry Chef

Venmac Resources Limited is a hotel management company with an unmatched experience in the hospitality Industry. Over the years, we have worked with reputable 3-5 star hotels across the nation providing business solutions in the hospitality industry and we have earned ourselves as one of the emerging hospitality management company committed to seeing our clients satisfied, hence our slogan ‘Thinking Beyond Boundaries.’

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Hotel Pastry Chef

Location: Abuja
Employment Type: Full-time (Onsite)

Job Purpose

• The Pastry Chef is responsible for the preparation, production, presentation and quality control of all pastries, desserts, breads and other baked products within the hotel or restaurant.
• The role requires a creative, skilled and disciplined professional who can consistently produce high-quality pastry products while maintaining excellent standards of hygiene, presentation, taste and portion control.

Key Responsibilities
Pastry & Bakery Production:

• Prepare and produce a wide range of pastries, desserts, cakes, breads and baked products.
• Prepare products such as cakes, cupcakes, cookies, croissants, doughnuts, pies, tarts, mousses, puddings and other desserts as required.
• Follow approved recipes and standardized production procedures.
• Ensure consistency in taste, texture, appearance and portion size.
• Develop new pastry and dessert concepts where required.

Food Quality & Presentation:

• Maintain high standards of food quality and presentation.
• Ensure all pastry products are fresh, attractive and properly presented.
• Monitor the quality of ingredients before and during production.
• Ensure appropriate storage and handling of finished products.
• Minimize wastage and maintain proper portion control.

Menu Development:

• Assist the Executive Chef/Head Chef in developing and updating pastry and dessert menus.
• Introduce innovative pastry products that can improve the hotel's offerings and guest experience.
• Develop seasonal and special-event pastry items.
• Provide ideas for pastries suitable for buffets, banquets, room service, restaurants and special occasions.

Hygiene & Food Safety:

• Maintain strict personal and kitchen hygiene at all times.
• Follow food safety and sanitation procedures.
• Ensure workstations, equipment and storage areas are clean and properly maintained.
• Properly label, date and store ingredients and prepared products.
• Prevent cross-contamination and food spoilage.
• Comply with all hotel and regulatory food safety requirements.

Inventory & Cost Control:

• Monitor pastry ingredients and supplies.
• Ensure ingredients are used efficiently and responsibly.
• Reduce unnecessary wastage.
• Report shortages, damaged ingredients or equipment issues promptly.
• Assist with stock-taking and inventory control.
• Maintain awareness of food costs and portion sizes.

Kitchen Operations:

• Organize daily pastry production according to expected occupancy, events, reservations and operational requirements.
• Coordinate with the Executive Chef/Head Chef and other kitchen sections.
• Ensure pastry orders and special requests are completed on time.
• Maintain an organized and efficient pastry section.
• Ensure all equipment is properly used and cared for.

Teamwork & Staff Development:

• Work effectively with other members of the kitchen and Food & Beverage team.
• Assist in training junior pastry staff and kitchen assistants.
• Provide guidance on proper pastry preparation and techniques.
• Maintain professionalism and discipline within the pastry section.
• Support other kitchen operations when required.

Events & Special Orders:

• Prepare pastries and desserts for conferences, weddings, banquets, birthdays, corporate events and other functions.
• Handle special cake and dessert requests according to approved specifications.
• Ensure event orders are prepared and delivered within agreed timelines.

Performance Expectation
The Pastry Chef will be expected to consistently:

• Produce high-quality pastries and desserts.
• Maintain excellent hygiene and food safety standards.
• Deliver attractive and consistent presentation.
• Minimize wastage and control food costs.
• Meet production schedules and guest requirements.
• Maintain an organized pastry section.
• Demonstrate creativity in pastry and dessert development.
• Contribute positively to the overall guest dining experience.
• The Pastry Chef is expected to take ownership of the pastry section and maintain professional standards without requiring constant supervision.

Requirements
Qualification and Experience:

• Certificate, Diploma or professional qualification in Culinary Arts, Baking & Pastry Arts, Hospitality Management or a related field.
• Relevant professional pastry/bakery training will be an advantage.
• Minimum of 2–3 years' relevant experience as a Pastry Chef, Baker or in a similar role, preferably within a hotel, restaurant, bakery or hospitality environment.
• Experience in hotel or high-volume food production will be an added advantage.

The successful candidate should demonstrate:

• Strong pastry and baking skills.
• Creativity and attention to detail.
• Excellent knowledge of baking techniques and pastry production.
• Good understanding of food safety and hygiene.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Good organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to maintain consistency and quality.
• Good teamwork and communication skills.
• Ability to manage ingredients and minimize wastage.
• Strong presentation skills.
• Willingness to learn and develop new techniques.

Salary Range
N150,000 - N200,000 / Month.