Green Phoenix will be an upcoming modern Australian café/restaurant affiliated with Temperance Society (Hughesdale) located on Sydney Road in Brunswick which will provide a variety of food and speciality coffee. We are looking for a dynamic and passionate pastry chef to be part of our team. At least 2 years of experience in the position required. The selected candidate will need to be creative and have proven experience in creating delicious pastries, desserts and baked goods with amazing presentation. The pastry chef will have to work with the head chef to create new items that will compliment and enhance our menu. The ability to work quickly and meticulously under pressure is a must. Salary package for full time work starting from $55,000 to $65,000 annually plus benefits.

Job title: pastry chef

Job type: part time/full time

Location: 62 Sydney road, Brunswick, VIC 3056,

Main duties/responsibilities:

• Direct the creation and preparation of all pastry dishes and baked goods
• Create scalable recipes for all new dishes
• Adhere to set recipes and taste test for quality assurance
• Provide exquisite presentation and plating techniques
• Train pantry cook or pastry cook on plating and pick-ups
• Ensure all pastries are uniform and up to standard
• Source and select necessary pastry ingredients
• Perform quality checks of ingredients and throw out expired goods
• Organize and store needed tools and materials (food or otherwise)
• Maintain and count inventory and work towards cost reduction methods
• Demonstrate proficiency in creation of signature desserts and pastries
• Collaborate with head chef to create exciting new desserts that compliment our menu
• Manage foods costs and inventory for pastry goods
• Stay current and informed of useful culinary trends
• Organize tastings to test out new dessert and bakery items
• Adhere to all sanitation, safety, and food preparation laws

Requirements and Qualifications

• 2+ years of kitchen experience preferred
• Proficiency using kitchen equipment and appliances
• Dexterous, consistent, and precise baker
• Enjoys working in a collaborative kitchen
• Thrives in a fast paced environment
• Excels in task delegation and kitchen station management
• Clear and effective communicator
• Extremely organized with a high attention to detail
• Able to work early morning and flexible hours

Please apply by sending your cv to [email protected] . Application will be accepted until the position is successfully filled.