Pastry Chef at Blu Atlantic Hotel

About the Role

We are urgently seeking a skilled Pastry Chef to create exquisite desserts and baked goods for our establishment in Lagos. This role requires a high degree of precision, creativity, and expertise in pastry arts.

Key Responsibilities

• Production & Preparation: Expertly prepare and bake a wide range of products including cakes, pastries, breads, cookies, tarts, and plated desserts
• Menu & Recipe Development: Innovate and develop new, appealing dessert recipes while ensuring consistency by accurately following and standardizing existing recipes
• Decoration & Presentation: Apply advanced techniques such as piping, glazing, and chocolate work to decorate, plate, and present all items to a high, aesthetically pleasing standard
• Inventory & Cost Control: Manage the ordering, storage, and proper rotation of all pastry ingredients, ensuring minimal waste and adherence to budget
• Hygiene & Safety: Maintain the pastry section of the kitchen in a clean, organized, and sanitary condition, strictly adhering to all food safety and hygiene regulations

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Pastry Chef, Baker, or Confectioner in a professional kitchen or bakery
• Exceptional skills in various baking techniques, including dough preparation, chocolate work, and decorative finishing
• Strong creativity and attention to detail for exquisite presentation
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and maintain quality under pressure