Pastry Chef - Japanese Restaurant - Soho
London
My client is a renowned Japanese restaurant dedicated to serving authentic and innovative Japanese cuisines ( Japanese Wagyu, Australian Wagyu, Australian beef offal, and American grains ) in a welcoming and vibrant atmosphere in London Soho!
We are looking for a Pastry Chef to join the one of Asia's Top Fine dining restaurants.
Responsibilities
Planning menus with Head Chef in line with seasonal produce
Oversee the preparation and production of all pastry and dessert items, ensuring consistency in quality and presentation
Set up and manage kitchen station and clean down after service
Ensuring food quality, production and taste is of the highest standard
Managing inventory of stock and ordering raw materials
Practice and promote effective teamwork
Controlling budgets and minimising wastage
Ensure compliance with inhouse HACCP and food hygiene, health, and safety systems to ensure compliance
Completing duties with an attitude of always striving to exceed standards to promote improvements and raise the quality of feedback from all guests
Communicate wait staff about daily specials, stock levels and any notes for service
Ensure appealing plate presentation
Monitor food stock and place orders
Enforce safety and sanitation practises and standards in the kitchen
Requirements and skills
Pastry Chef experience in a similar style restaurant
Hands-on experience with various kitchen equipment
Advanced knowledge of culinary, baking and pastry techniques
Leadership skills
Disciplined, keen to share your knowledge and learn new skills
Ability to remain calm and undertake various tasks
Excellent time management abilities
Up-to-date knowledge of cooking techniques and recipes
Be enthusiastic about your career, collaborator & trustworthy
Have good working relationships, rise to the challenge, and adapt well to change
Professional attitude always