Confectioner

Position Overview

The role involves crafting high-quality, precise, and personalized pastry creations in line with company policies while strictly adhering to public health regulations, aiming for complete guest satisfaction.

Reporting Duties

• Reports directly to the Executive Chef, Executive Sous Chef, and Pastry Chef.
• Supervises Assistant Pastry Chefs.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and serve premium pastries, desserts, petit fours, and various baked goods across all dining services.
• Work cohesively with the pastry team to maintain uniformity in production and presentation.
• Oversee daily pastry activities and step in for the Pastry Chef when necessary.
• Design and arrange buffet displays, service counters, and desserts for special events per company standards.
• Develop production timelines, handle requisitions, and manage special requests based on guest preferences.
• Maintain high standards in food quality, storage practices, inventory management, and minimize waste through cost-efficient methods.
• Ensure strict hygiene, sanitation, and full compliance with food safety and public health guidelines continually.
• Inspect and maintain equipment, including basic repairs and prompt reporting of any issues.
• Facilitate onboarding, training, and growth of pastry team members while encouraging positive team dynamics.
• Provide outstanding guest services, accommodate special dietary needs, and adhere to company policies, SOPs, grooming, and conduct standards.

Qualifications and Experience

• Possession of a valid STCW95 certificate.
• At least 4 years in a comparable role within an international five-star environment.
• Comprehensive understanding of international cuisine.
• Familiarity with and experience in implementing public health policies and procedures.
• Proficiency in interpreting and applying the fundamentals of culinary arts.
• Physical and medical fitness is required.

Language Requirements

• Fluent command of both spoken and written English, capable of effective communication with guests and colleagues in a multicultural setting and able to follow or issue clear instructions.