Pastry Chef

About the Company

Join Novotel Hotels, part of the Accor group which encompasses over 45 brands, 5,500 hotels, and 10,000 restaurants and lifestyle venues worldwide. This organization values your unique contributions and offers tremendous opportunities for professional growth and career progression. Every interaction here aims to create a positive and lasting impression on guests, colleagues, and the environment. The team embraces a vision of responsible hospitality with heart and dedication.

Job Scope and Responsibilities

As a Pastry Chef de Partie, you will work closely with the Head Pastry Chef, taking responsibility for maintaining high standards within the pastry section. This role is essential for ensuring the highest quality in food served to both guests and staff. You will be expected to consistently manage and organize your section, maintain adequate preparation levels, and contribute creatively to menu development. Additionally, you will mentor and motivate junior staff in your absence.

• Prepare all necessary pastry and dessert items for food service as directed by the Head or Sous Chef.
• Responsible for ordering ingredients and supplies specifically for the pastry section.
• Maintain strict quality and quantity controls, overseeing portion sizes and ensuring freshness of all products.
• Ensure the kitchen area assigned is cleaned to the established standard.
• Comply fully with food hygiene and safety regulations.
• Adhere to Health and Safety policies, including COSHH training.
• Keep kitchen equipment clean and ensure it is functioning properly.
• Follow all house protocols and guidelines closely in every department.
• Be alert and compliant with Fire Safety Procedures at all times.
• Participate in all mandatory training sessions as required by the company.

Qualifications and Skills Required

• Possess at least 5 to 7 years of experience specializing in chocolate artistry and modern cake design, with 2 to 3 years spent in a leadership role such as Chocolatier, Pastry Chef, or Sous Chef.
• Demonstrate expertise in various chocolate techniques, cake decoration, and dessert creation methods.
• Exhibit strong leadership and team management capabilities enabling you to inspire and guide a diverse culinary team.
• Possess excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Show genuine enthusiasm for chocolate and cake design, with a commitment to quality and delivering outstanding culinary experiences.