Senior Pastry Chef

🍰 SENIOR PASRTY CHEF – LUXURY SAFARI LODGE

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Location:

Timbavati

🛏 Permanent | Live-In Position

We are seeking a talented and creative Pastry Chef to oversee the preparation of high-quality baked goods and desserts in a luxury safari lodge environment. This role suits a passionate professional who thrives on creativity, precision, and consistency.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare and bake a wide range of pastries, breads, cakes, and desserts daily

• Create visually appealing products using advanced decorating techniques

• Develop and refine recipes while experimenting with new flavours and techniques

• Manage pastry section operations for smooth workflow and efficiency

• Design and develop new pastry and dessert menu items

• Cater for special dietary requirements

• Train and mentor junior pastry chefs and assistants

REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum 3+ years’ experience in a senior pastry role at a 5-star property/lodge

• Strong knowledge of baking, decorating, and pastry techniques

• Diploma or Certification in Culinary Arts (preferred)

• Creative, detail-oriented, and highly organized

• Strong leadership and communication skills

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Passion for baking and innovation

• High attention to detail and presentation

• Strong work ethic and cleanliness awareness

• Team player with leadership ability

• Adaptable, patient, and solutions-focused

📌 Important Notes

• This is a permanent live-in position