Pastry Chef at The Park Hotel, Werribee

About Us
The Park Hotel is a modern and stylish gastropub located in the heart of Werribee, Victoria. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality food and exceptional customer service, with a menu that blends contemporary Australian cuisine with classic favourites. As part of our ongoing commitment to excellence, we are looking to expand our kitchen team with the addition of a passionate and experienced Pastry Chef.

Role
We are seeking a qualified Pastry Chef to manage all aspects of our dessert and baked goods production. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing, baking, and presenting a wide range of pastries, cakes, and desserts that align with our high culinary standards. This role will involve creativity, precision, and a strong understanding of food safety and quality control.

Responsibilities and Duties
• Prepare and bake a variety of pastries, cakes, desserts, breads, and other baked goods.
• Decorate and present desserts and pastries to high aesthetic and taste standards.
• Develop and test new dessert recipes and seasonal pastry menus.
• Ensure freshness and consistency of all products served.
• Manage inventory and ordering of pastry-specific ingredients.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of pastry section and equipment.
• Ensure all baked goods comply with food safety and hygiene standards.
• Work with the Head Chef and broader kitchen team to coordinate dessert production.
• Train and guide junior kitchen staff or apprentices when required.
• Manage workflow to meet service timeframes and customer expectations.

Skills and Qualifications
• AQF Certificate III in Patisserie or equivalent (ANZSCO Skill Level 3).
• Minimum of 3 years' full-time work experience in a commercial pastry role.
• High attention to detail, creativity, and a strong aesthetic sense.
• Solid knowledge of food safety and kitchen hygiene procedures.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Good time management and organisational skills.
• Availability to work weekends, evenings, and public holidays.

Australian citizens and permanent residents encouraged to apply.

Salary: $73,150 - $78,000