Deskripsi Pekerjaan
Are you a passionate culinary professional with a flair for patisserie? Como Lifestyle is seeking a talented and detail-oriented Pastry Sous Chef / Junior Sous Chef to join our prestigious culinary team in the heart of Orchard. As a key member of our kitchen brigade, you will be instrumental in delivering world-class desserts and pastries that meet the high standards of excellence synonymous with the Como brand.
In this role, you will work closely with the Head Chef to oversee daily operations, manage food production, and ensure that every plate leaving the kitchen is a masterpiece. We are looking for an individual who thrives in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment and possesses the leadership skills to inspire junior team members while maintaining uncompromising standards of food safety and quality control.
If you are a creative professional with a strong foundation in pastry arts and a desire to elevate your culinary career within a sophisticated lifestyle brand, we want to hear from you.
Tanggung Jawab
- Assist the Head Chef in menu planning, creation, and seasonal development of pastry and dessert offerings.
- Oversee daily pastry production to ensure consistency, quality, and visual excellence across all dessert items.
- Coordinate and supervise kitchen staff, providing mentorship and performance feedback to maintain a cohesive team.
- Manage inventory levels, ingredient ordering, and cost control to minimize waste and maximize profitability.
- Uphold the highest standards of hygiene, food safety (HACCP), and kitchen cleanliness at all times.
- Collaborate effectively with front-of-house teams to ensure seamless service and guest satisfaction.
- Troubleshoot operational issues and provide rapid, effective solutions in a high-volume environment.
Kualifikasi
- Minimum of 3-5 years of professional pastry experience, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role (Sous Chef or equivalent).
- Strong knowledge of modern patisserie, dessert plating techniques, and baking science.
- Proven ability to manage food costs, labor scheduling, and inventory workflows.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to lead a diverse team in a high-pressure setting.
- Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to operational improvements.
- Relevant certification in Culinary Arts or Pastry & Baking is highly preferred.
- Flexibility to work shift patterns, including weekends and public holidays as required by the hospitality industry.