Assistant Pastry Chef
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PKR 100,000 • Published Date: • Phalia, Pakistan (On-Site)
Description
This role requires excellent teamwork, time management skills, and communication abilities to effectively coordinate with the Pastry Chef and other kitchen staff. The Assistant Pastry Chef implements food safety and sanitation standards while minimizing raw material wastage through proper portion control and storage. Though this position does not involve managing a team, it plays a vital part in meeting daily production targets and maintaining high-quality product standards. A thorough understanding of bakery inventory management, basic food costing, and familiarity with ERP or inventory software enhances operational efficiency in this role.
Responsibilities
- Assist the Pastry Chef with daily pastry and dessert production activities.
- Perform hard icing tasks accurately on cakes and bakery products.
- Prepare cakes, cupcakes, pastries, and other baked goods following standard recipes.
- Measure ingredients precisely and ensure compliance with recipe specifications.
- Assist with raw material preparation, portion control, and manage ingredient utilization.
- Maintain detailed production records, ingredient consumption logs, and daily reports using MS Excel.
- Input and update production data, bill of materials (BOM), and raw material consumption into computer systems.
- Ensure consistent product quality, including taste, texture, and aesthetic presentation.
- Properly store and handle perishable ingredients such as cream and icing to preserve freshness.
- Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards in the production and preparation areas.
- Coordinate closely with the Pastry Chef regarding production schedules and processes.
- Minimize wastage of raw materials by adhering to standard operating procedures.
- Support in achieving daily production goals and timelines.
- Apply food safety and sanitation protocols throughout all production stages.
- Utilize basic knowledge of food costing to contribute to efficient ingredient usage.
- Collaborate effectively with kitchen staff to maintain smooth workflow and productivity.
Experience
3 Years
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Required Skills
- Pastry And Dessert Preparation
- Baking Techniques
- Cake Decorating And Dessert Plating
- Food Safety and Sanitation
- Inventory And Ingredient Management
- Hard Icing
- Recipe standardization
- Portion Control
- Production Record Keeping
- MS Excel
Nice to Have Skills
- Food costing
- ERP Software Knowledge
- Communication Skills
- Time management
- Teamwork