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Executive Pastry Chef & Instructor

Boma International Hospitality CollegeNairobi, Kenya

30+ days ago

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Job title : Executive Pastry Chef & Instructor

Job Location : Nairobi Deadline : April 16, 2025 Quick Recommended Links

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Scope of the role :

Pastry preparations

Teaching / Instructing

Setting exams & Invigilation

Student mentorship

Curriculum development

Managing the pastry function and allocating workload

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :

Operate and manage the pastry section of a kitchen, working together with the other chefs

Prepare a variety of baked goods, decorate and present pastries offerings and baked goods in a tasteful and contemporary way and use of both traditional and modern recipes.

Meet with customers to discuss custom-made desserts or baked goods for special occasions

Ensure the bakery section of the kitchen adheres to health and safety regulations

Develop new seasonal recipes and menus and keep up with the latest trends

Create new and exciting desserts to renew the BIHC menus and engage the interest of learners and customers

Decorate pastries using different icings, toppings etc. to ensure the presentation is of a professional nature.

Schedule staff, delegate tasks and oversee the workflow of the Pastry kitchen.

Monitor stocks for baking ingredients and make appropriate orders within budget

Maintain a clean and orderly cooking station and adhere to health and safety standards

Teach at a diploma level in areas allocated by the Head of Academic Affairs

Contribute to the development, planning and implementation of a high quality curriculum

Prepare learning materials, schemes of work and maintain records to monitor students' records, achievements and attendance.

Participate in departmental and faculty seminars aimed at building inter-disciplinary collaboration within the department.

Participate in the development, administration and marking of exams and other assessments

Provide pastoral care and support to students,

Network with other pastry chefs within the hospitality arena

Any other duties as may be assigned by management

THE SKILLS AND COMPETENCES WE ARE LOOKING FOR :

Key Skills and Personal Attributes

Strong knowledge of modern trends in pastry preparation

Strong knowledge of subject areas combined with a broad subject background

Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills

Proven record of ability to manage time and work to strict deadlines

Ability to work collaboratively

Commitment to continuous professional development

Creativity to design new and unique menu items to attract customers

Knowledge of how baking ingredients work together and how they can be used in creative ways

Excellent leadership skills to manage the pastry section and students in a kitchen.

Time management skills to deliver orders on schedule and avoiding wasting food

Physical strength and stamina to spend long hours standing and performing repetitive motions

Flexibility, since hours for a Pastry Chef may vary and include weekends, evenings and holidays

Minimum requirements on Education and Experience :

Diploma in related field of study / Baking & Pastry. Bachelor's Degree in Areas of Specialization / related field of study or Pastry Arts will be an added advantage.

5-10 years proven experience in five star international hotels, managing the pastry and bakery section, teaching experience would be an advantage

Proficiency in Microsoft office suites especially PowerPoint

A deep global understanding of commitment to and involvement in hospitality Industry

An absolute commitment to upholding the college values in particular, commitment :

to prioritize the needs of students

to act with integrity, authenticity and respect at all times

to secure continuous improvement and excellence

to focus on coaching and developing others to reach their full potential

demonstrated commitment to continuous personal development to improve achievement by focusing on the quality of instruction.

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