Head Pastry Chef At Bolton White Hotels & Apartments

The Role

• As the Head Pastry Chef, you will be the creative mastermind behind all sweet offerings across the property.
• You will blend classical techniques with modern avant-garde trends, managing everything from high-volume premium banqueting to intricate, avant-garde plated desserts.

Key Responsibilities

• Creative Direction: Design, develop, and execute seasonal, innovative pastry menus for all dining outlets, VIP amenities, and grand banquets.
• Operational Excellence: Oversee daily operations of the pastry and bakery kitchen, ensuring the highest standards of taste, presentation, and consistency.
• Leadership & Mentorship: Lead, inspire, and train a high-performing team of pastry chefs, fostering a culture of passion, precision, and continuous learning.
• Quality Control & Sourcing: Source the finest global and local ingredients, maintaining strict standards for food safety (HACCP), quality, and presentation.
• Financial Management: Manage food costs, inventory, and labor budgets effectively without ever compromising on the guest experience.

What We Are Looking For

• The Pedigree: A Degree in Culinary Arts/Pastry Arts from a recognized institution, or equivalent world-class apprenticeship experience.
• The Experience: A minimum of 7 - 10 years of experience as a Head Pastry Chef or Executive Pastry Sous Chef .
• The Artistry: Exceptional skills in sugar work, chocolate artistry, artisanal bread making, and contemporary plated desserts.
• The Leadership: A calm, structured leadership style with a proven track record of managing and developing diverse culinary teams.
• The Mindset: A passionate trendsetter who thrives under pressure and is obsessed with detail, texture, and flavor balance.