Pastry Chef

Pastry Chef – Luxury Safari Lodge – Kwa Zulu-Natal

Kendrick Recruitment is seeking a talented and creative Pastry Chef to join the pre-opening team of a brand new five-star safari lodge. The successful candidate will lead the pastry section, creating exceptional pastries, breads and desserts for restaurant service, private dining and special events, delivering world-class presentation and flavour for international guests.

Salary: R35,000 DOE

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the pastry section and manage daily operations

• Create and present high-quality pastries, breads and desserts

• Develop creative and seasonal menu offerings

• Ensure consistency, plating and luxury standards are maintained

• Manage stock, inventory and monitor food costs

• Collaborate with the kitchen team to ensure smooth service

Requirements:

• Strong expertise in pastry and baking techniques

• Experience in creative menu development and seasonal innovation

• Knowledge of five-star plating and consistency standards

• Understanding of stock control and food cost management

• Experience in luxury lodge or high-end hospitality environments

• Ability to work in a dynamic, high-pressure luxury environment with precision and creativity