About the Role
As a Pastry Chef on our river cruises, you'll be a key ingredient in creating unforgettable culinary experiences for our guests. You'll be responsible for crafting a delectable array of desserts, pastries, and baked goods, ensuring every sweet treat meets our high standards of quality and presentation.
This role requires a passionate and skilled pastry professional who thrives in a dynamic environment. You'll manage all aspects of the pastry section, from menu development and ingredient sourcing to production and plating. We're looking for someone with a keen eye for detail, a commitment to hygiene, and the ability to work efficiently within a close-knit culinary team. If you're ready to bring your creativity and expertise to the beautiful waterways of the world, we want to hear from you!
Area of responsibility
Self-responsible management of the Pastry area
Professional calculation, preparation and presentation of all meals/foods, according to the assigned position
Weight/cut and portion control according to the daily menu plan
Compliance with all recipes according to the menu plan
Supervision and overview of the product quantities for the responsible storage room
Assistance in quality & cost control
Responsible of the hygiene for the own kitchen area not limited only to the cold storage /storage room according to company standards
Adherence to cleanliness and hygienic regulations in compliance with HACCP and company standards
Execution of weekly general cleaning at the workplace
Joint responsibility for the adherence to safety rules in the own kitchen area
Temperature check of all meals before service
Supporting the Head Chef with orders and inventories
Daily check and documentation of the cooling temperature according to HACCP and company standards
Cooperation with the Maître /Restaurant manager as well as the restaurant/bar team
Based on the class of ship, the job assignment might be requested to be performed during the night time (night cook – where applicable)
Scope of duties
Additional tasks:
Participating/assisting with the loading, carrying the suitcases, keeping clean the messroom and your own cabin on daily basis
Your purpose is to help and create a memorable experience for our guests
Accommodation: shared room on board with one other crewmember (on some ships with more than one)
Uniform: is provided by the company except safety shoes and knives: before arrival the crewmember has to make sure to take black trousers, white or black T-shirts, 1 Chef Jacket, black shoes with him in case the uniform isn’t on board yet
Demonstrate a good safety awareness and participation in the safety drills
Qualification/Work Experience
Minimum of 4 years of Pastry professional experience including pastry production, flavor pairings and other cooking best practices
Preferably graduated within hotel industry and/or previous (river) cruise ship experience
Flexibility, stress resistant, calm under the pressure, resilient and team player with positive approach
Professional attitude and appearance, reliable and hard-working with great team spirit
Open minded and flexible with high social, interpersonal and cultural competencies
Excellent English skills (written & verbal), other languages as German is an advantage.
Ability to work independently, service and guest-oriented
Good computer skills (Excel, Word, PPT)
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