Franschhoek: Head Pastry Chef – Luxury Restaurant Group – Franschhoek | Lb posted by Kendrick Recruitment

‍ Head Pastry Chef | Luxury Restaurant Group | Franschhoek ‍ Kendrick Recruitment is searching for a talented and creative Head Pastry Chef to join a prestigious luxury restaurant group in Franschhoek. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate culinary professional to lead a pastry team and showcase their skills in a world-class dining environment. ✨ Key Responsibilities: Lead the pastry section, ensuring consistent delivery of exceptional quality and presentation Develop and design innovative pastry menus in line with the restaurant’s standards Oversee daily production, stock management, and cost controls within the pastry kitchen Train, mentor, and manage junior pastry chefs, fostering growth and development Uphold strict food safety, hygiene, and quality standards at all times Collaborate with the Executive Chef and wider team to create memorable dining experiences ✅ Requirements: ‍ Proven experience as a Head Pastry Chef or Senior Pastry Chef in fine dining or luxury hospitality Strong creative flair and passion for producing innovative desserts and pastries Excellent leadership and team management skills Solid understanding of kitchen operations, costing, and stock control ⚡ Ability to thrive under pressure while maintaining meticulous attention to detail ❤ Commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences Salary: Negotiable depending on experience