Pastry Chef - Gelato

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Pastry Chef to join our Gelato team on a part time basis working 3 days per week. The role is responsible for preparing a wide range of products incorporating gelato, ensuring that high-quality standards are consistently met. Duties include pastry and gelato production, cakes, and other desserts, as well as managing inventory, ensuring proper storage, and maintaining a clean, organized kitchen.

Key responsibilities

• Demonstrating knowledge and confidence in production of various pastries, cakes and preferably gelato
• Demonstrating the necessary skills to finish and decorate cakes using various techniques like hand masking, glazing, spraying, novelties, and wedding cakes as required
• Providing functional assistance in the production team demonstrating superior standards of preparation, production and finishing within your specialized field
• Implementing superior standards of preparation and production within the department demonstrating and utilizing your pastry skills, experience and knowledge gained from previous roles and qualifications
• Contribute to the fulfillment of production schedules and targets, ensuring all products are prepared to the Brunetti Oro standard, demonstrating organizational skills and superior attention to detail
• Building and maintain productive working relationships with team members and foster a respectful, productive and collegial working environment and culture
• Adopting a 'hand's on' approach to work, leading by example and demonstrating initiative and ability to work within a fast-paced environment
• Collaborating with the team to innovate and develop new products and menu offerings
• Demonstrate control in food preparation and managing wastage levels
• Demonstrating strong knowledge of HACCP and legislative food safety standards

About you

• Proven experience as a pastry chef or in a similar role
• Strong knowledge of baking techniques, pastry preparation, and decoration
• Creativity and attention to detail in dessert design and presentation
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Some experience with gelato is advantageous
• Permanent resident or appropriate working rights in Australia

About us

This is a fantastic opportunity to progress your knowledge, experience and career at one of Melbourne's most renowned and iconic hospitality institutions. You will have work/life balance, opportunities for an attractive salary and career progression once you join our highly dedicated and skilled team.