Durbanville: Snr Pastry Chef posted by Tanya Serra Food, Wine, Hospitality Recruitment

Senior Pastry Chef Step into a kitchen where creativity meets craftsmanship. We’re looking for a Senior Pastry Chef who brings artistry, precision, and a love for beautiful flavours to our estate. Here, pastries are not just pastries — they’re stories, experiences, and moments our guests return for. What You’ll Do Lead the pastry kitchen with confidence, curiosity, and flair. Create seasonal, estate-inspired desserts, baked goods, and signature treats. Ensure every plate leaving your section is refined, balanced, and beautifully presented. Guide and inspire junior pastry chefs, nurturing talent and cultivating innovation. Maintain impeccable standards of quality, consistency, and kitchen hygiene. Manage stock, ordering, and daily production with calm, organised precision. What You Bring A culinary qualification in pastry and a strong portfolio of professional work. 5 years’ pastry experience, with time spent in luxury or boutique hospitality. A natural eye for detail and a passion for modern, elegant plating. Strong leadership and the ability to work smoothly under pressure. A genuine love for flavour, seasonality, and handcrafted excellence. Why Join Us? You’ll be part of a culinary team that celebrates creativity, local ingredients, and thoughtful craftsmanship. Every day offers the opportunity to refine, innovate, and leave a mark through desserts that guests remember.