Pastry Cook Job at Gelian Hotel

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Job Title: Pastry Cook
Reports to: Chef de Partie
Job Summary
We are looking for a creative and skilled Pastry Cook to join our Kitchen team.
The ideal candidate will prepare a variety of pastries, desserts and baked goodies that meet the hotel's high standards of quality, presentation and taste.

Key Responsibilities
• Prepare and bake pastries, desserts, breads and other baked items as per recipes and hotel standards.
• Decorate and present pastries and desserts with creativity and precision.
• Ensure proper storage, labeling and rotation of ingridients and finished products.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the pastry section.
• Monitor stock levels and report shortages to the supervisor.
• Uphold food safety, hygiene and sanitation standards at all times.

Qualifications and Skills
• Certificate or Diploma in Pastry, Bakery or Culinary Arts.
• Minimum 2 years' experience as a Pastry Cook in a 4-star hotel or reputable bakery.
• Strong knowledge of pastry techniques and dessert preparation.
• Attention to detail, creativity and passion for presentation.
• Excellent time management and teamwork skills.

Additional Attributes

Company Name Gelian Hotel
Application Deadline 2025-10-31

How to Apply

Got what it takes? We'd love to hear from you! Send your application and CV to careers@gelianhotel.com on or before 31st October 2025. The role to be the email subject.

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