Pastry Sous Chef
(20385)
At One&Only, we exist to create joy for our guests through anticipation, creativity, precision, empathy and warmth. We tailor every aspect of our guests’ stay to bring their dreams and desires to life. With an atmosphere that’s chic but wonderfully unstuffy™, and a team who are meticulous but warm, we seek to exceed our guests’ expectations at every possible turn.
Set in the vibrant heart of Cape Town’s waterfront, surrounded by restaurants, shopping, art and entertainment; on the doorstep of Table Mountain; and within easy reach of spectacular beaches, national parks, and winelands; One&Only Cape Town is the ultimate curator of discovery, from active adventures, to mindful moments and exclusive, tailored experiences. The warm South African charm is one of our most unique and valued assets. With abundant knowledge and generosity, we anticipate our guest’s every need and surpass expectations. Whether we are designing the perfect family day out or arranging a romantic private dinner, we approach everything with imagination to spark a sense of playfulness, discovery and adventure. This is not simply our job, it’s our passion
Job Summary
The Sous Pastry Chef assists the Head Pastry Chef in coordinating and supervising the daily operations of the Pastry Kitchen and Bakery, ensuring the highest standards of food quality, hygiene, presentation, and guest satisfaction are maintained. The role supports the achievement of budgeted food and operating costs, contributes to increased sales, and deputises for the Head Pastry Chef in their absence.
The incumbent supervises pastry and bakery staff, ensuring compliance with company policies, health and safety standards, attendance, grooming, and performance expectations. The Sous Pastry Chef oversees food preparation, stock control, product quality, deliveries, maintenance reporting, and waste management while ensuring all products are prepared according to approved recipes and hotel standards. The role promotes efficient kitchen operations, excellent guest service, and continuous improvement through innovative ideas, effective planning, and collaboration with the Food and Beverage team.
The Sous Pastry Chef is responsible for developing and coaching team members through on-the-job training, performance management, and succession planning while fostering a positive and professional working environment. The incumbent also monitors departmental food and operating costs, maintains high standards of cleanliness and organisation, ensures proper stock rotation and storage practices, supports the stewarding function, addresses guest requests and concerns promptly, and performs any additional duties required to support the successful operation of the Pastry Kitchen and Bakery.
Skills, Experience & Educational Requirements
- Matric
- Relevant national culinary qualification in pastry
- 3 years’ experience in 5 star hotel or similar environment
- High energy levels coupled with helpful and friendly attitude
- Ability to communicate well in English both verbally and written
- Computer competency including excel
- Experience in and knowledge of staff training and disciplinary procedures
- Knowledge and experience in kitchen management
- Knowledge and experience in food cost control
- Knowledge and experience in Health and hygiene audits
- Ability to deal with stress
Our brand is expanding faster than ever before. We are investing in the growth of our company, and that means we are committed to investing in you. Join a team that is open-hearted, intuitive, generous, and spontaneous in spirit. We believe in making our guests happy beyond anything they have ever imagined. We wow them at every turn and create memories that will last a lifetime. You will be at the heart of this vision, to constantly innovate to deliver Amazing Experiences and Everlasting Memories.
