Vacancy title:
Pastry Chef

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Professional Services, Category: Restaurant & Hospitality]

Jobs at:
Mika Convention Center

Deadline of this Job:
Sunday, August 3 2025

Duty Station:
Zambia | Lusaka | Zambia

Summary
Date Posted: Tuesday, July 29 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

The Pastry Chef is responsible for creating high-quality pastries, desserts, baked goods, and other sweet delicacies that align with the hotel’s standards. The role requires creativity, attention to detail, leadership in the pastry section, and adherence to hygiene and food safety standards.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Production & Creativity:

• Design, prepare, and present all pastry and dessert items on the menu.
• Create seasonal and innovative dessert menus in consultation with the Executive Chef.
• Ensure consistency in taste, quality, and presentation across all outlets.

2. Inventory & Cost Control:

• Monitor inventory levels of pastry ingredients and ensure timely ordering.
• Control wastage and manage portion sizes to align with food cost targets.
• Work with the Cost Controller to ensure recipe costings are accurate and updated.

4. Quality & Hygiene Standards:

• Ensure all food preparation complies with hotel and HACCP food safety standards.
• Conduct daily checks on storage, temperature controls, and kitchen cleanliness.
• Follow all hygiene, health, and safety regulations.

5. Coordination & Planning:

• Collaborate with banquet and events teams to prepare for large functions.
• Support other kitchen sections when necessary.
• Keep records of recipes, production schedules, and daily output reports.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Diploma or Certificate in Food Production, Baking, or Pastry from a recognized institution
• Minimum 3–5 years of pastry experience in a 4–5 star hotel or high-end bakery.
• Strong knowledge of classic and modern pastry techniques.
• Knowledge of dietary requirements (gluten-free, vegan, etc.) is an advantage.

Skills and Competencies:

• Creativity and innovation in recipe development.
• Excellent time management and multitasking skills.
• Strong leadership and team motivation.
• Eye for detail and presentation.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 36

Level of Education: bachelor degree

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