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Pastry and Bakery Chef

The Aga Khan Schools in Kenya

Food Services & Catering

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Language Requirement: English Work Type: Full Time Working Hours: 8 to 5 Applicant Location: Kenya

Job descriptions & requirements

We are recruiting a Pastry and Bakery Chef to join our vibrant community. The successful candidate will be responsible for the preparation, presentation, and innovation of all desserts and pastries, catering to a wide range of events, celebrations, and student needs within the academy. This role requires a creative, detail-oriented approach, with a commitment to providing high-quality, tasteful sweets and pastries that contribute to the school's vibrant dining environment. The role also emphasizes strict adherence to hygiene and safety standards to ensure a clean and safe kitchen environment.

Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Operate the pastry& bakery section of the kitchen, collaborating closely with other cooks and kitchen staff to ensure smooth, coordinated operations.
  • Prepare a wide variety of Breads, pastries, cookies, cakes, and other sweet treats, ensuring consistency in taste, quality, and appearance.
  • Decorate, plate, and present Breads, pastries, and desserts in an appealing and tasteful manner, suitable for various events and occasions.
  • Develop new, innovative recipes and dessert offerings tailored to the needs of the academy, introducing unique and appealing items to the menu.
  • Monitor the inventory of ingredients and supplies, ensuring timely ordering and efficient management of stock.
  • Maintain high standards of hygiene and cleanliness in the pastry& bakery section at all times, in accordance with health and safety regulations.
  • Adhere to and implement proper sanitation procedures, including the regular cleaning and sanitizing of equipment and work surfaces.
  • Assist in custom-baking special orders as requested by kitchen management to cater to themed events, student preferences, and dietary needs.
  • Provide guidance and support to kitchen staff on baking techniques, recipes, and presentation.

The requirements

  • O-Level Certificate, with at least a Certificate in pastry and bakery from a recognized institution.
  • Minimum of 2 years as a pastry& bakery in a busy kitchen setting.
  • Experience is mass production is an added advantage
  • English proficiency required and creativity

We are recruiting a Pastry and Bakery Chef to join our vibrant community. The successful candidate will be responsible for the preparation, presentation, and innovation of all desserts and pastries, catering to a wide range of events, celebrations, and student needs within the academy. This role requires a creative, detail-oriented approach, with a commitment to providing high-quality, tasteful sweets and pastries that contribute to the school's vibrant dining environment. The role also emphasizes strict adherence to hygiene and safety standards to ensure a clean and safe kitchen environment.

Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Operate the pastry& bakery section of the kitchen, collaborating closely with other cooks and kitchen staff to ensure smooth, coordinated operations.
  • Prepare a wide variety of Breads, pastries, cookies, cakes, and other sweet treats, ensuring consistency in taste, quality, and appearance.
  • Decorate, plate, and present Breads, pastries, and desserts in an appealing and tasteful manner, suitable for various events and occasions.
  • Develop new, innovative recipes and dessert offerings tailored to the needs of the academy, introducing unique and appealing items to the menu.
  • Monitor the inventory of ingredients and supplies, ensuring timely ordering and efficient management of stock.
  • Maintain high standards of hygiene and cleanliness in the pastry& bakery section at all times, in accordance with health and safety regulations.
  • Adhere to and implement proper sanitation procedures, including the regular cleaning and sanitizing of equipment and work surfaces.
  • Assist in custom-baking special orders as requested by kitchen management to cater to themed events, student preferences, and dietary needs.
  • Provide guidance and support to kitchen staff on baking techniques, recipes, and presentation.

The requirements

  • O-Level Certificate, with at least a Certificate in pastry and bakery from a recognized institution.
  • Minimum of 2 years as a pastry& bakery in a busy kitchen setting.
  • Experience is mass production is an added advantage
  • English proficiency required and creativity

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