Pastry Chef at Gusto-Resto

Position Summary

We are seeking a talented and creative Pastry Chef to join our culinary team at Gusto-Resto in Lagos. The ideal candidate will have a passion for baking and dessert creation, with a keen eye for detail and presentation. You will be responsible for preparing a wide variety of pastries, desserts, and other baked goods that delight our customers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare and bake high-quality pastries, desserts, and bread items
• Create new and innovative dessert recipes in line with current trends
• Ensure consistency in taste, quality, and presentation
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the pastry section
• Monitor inventory and order supplies as needed
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards
• Work collaboratively with chefs and kitchen staff to coordinate menu offerings
• Approve all prepared pastries before they leave the kitchen
• Address and resolve problems or complaints related to pastries

Required Skills and Experience

• Proven experience as a Pastry Chef, Baker, or similar role
• Strong knowledge of baking techniques and dessert presentation
• Creativity in pastry preparation and presentation
• Attention to detail and quality control
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Professional culinary certification (advantageous)