Pastry Chef

Operational Ownership

In this role, I will support the Executive Chef and assume responsibility for the efficient operation of the Culinary department.

I will play a pivotal role in crafting delectable pastries, desserts, and baked goods that not only delight our guests’ palates but also align with our commitment to our values, sustainability and wellness.

By keeping abreast of industry trends and practices and updating knowledge and skills to improve the product and service offering, I will continually focus on the rejuvenation of the culinary experience.

Purchasing practices will meet the requirements of the Six Senses nutrition and sustainability platforms, while stocktakes and storage assessment will be undertaken at the required times to ensure all stock is on hand, properly stored and in line with Six Senses control and hygiene standards.

Guidance is provided to relevant kitchen hosts on standard portion control and appealing presentation of all dishes. I will constantly monitor the final product prior to serving to guests, plus I will make appropriate suggestions and recommendations to resort management for improvements within the food operation.

I will conduct regular training sessions to enhance the skills of the pastry team in line with sustainability and wellness principles. Create options for guests with dietary restrictions, allergies, or specific wellness preferences.

I will research and implement sustainable practices in pastry production, following Six Senses procedures and standards, such as reducing food waste, energy conservation, and responsible sourcing and collaborating with local farmers and suppliers to procure seasonal and eco-friendly ingredients.

An important part of the role is to interact with guests and hosts in a professional, courteous and positive manner and proactively seek feedback. In the event of guest complaints, I will effectively carry out service recovery to the satisfaction of guests.

My constant interaction with and provision of support to and communication with other departments is intrinsic to the smooth functioning of the operation. I will perform any additional duties given to me by the Executive Chef.

As Pastry Chef, I will support the Executive Pastry Chef on the management and development of all Pastry Hosts within the partie through the provision of direction, delegation, interaction, encouragement and enthusiasm, discipline, training, performance evaluation and counselling to build a loyal, productive and effective team. I will ensure daily attendance registers are maintained and that hosts report for duty punctually, wearing the correct attire and deliver friendly, courteous, consistent and efficient service at all times. Regular on-the-job training will be conducted plus I will ensure kitchen hosts attend other designated training courses. I will appoint the best candidate for vacancies and recruit internally where possible.

Skills and Experience

To execute the position of Pastry Chef, I have the required qualifications, technical skills and more than five years’ experience in a similar role in luxury hotels with proven results. I possess a minimum of a Diploma in Culinary Arts or similar.

I am a personally involved, visible and proactive leader with excellent organizational skills, capable of providing focused direction and continuing to establish the property’s prominent position within the market. I possess a well-developed capability for strategic decision-making and a track record of proven results in the areas of customer satisfaction, operational excellence, host satisfaction, revenue and profit.

In terms of the frontline kitchen management, I have an intuitive sense of product and service quality, a passion for excellence and an understanding of the sophisticated needs of the luxury customer.

My financial acumen positions me as a business savvy leader with demonstrated financial understanding and interpretation of reports plus cost and inventory control.

From a people management perspective, I am a responsive, engaged and interactive leader, capable of building strong positive relationships with hosts that results in a shared vision of success for the operation, demonstrated ability to leverage shared resources and to manage through influence.

Technical skills include advanced MS Office platform, plus I have an excellent command of written and spoken English with some knowledge of the local language and customs.

I will maintain a thorough understanding of Six Senses in terms of guidelines, rules and regulations, operating standards, facilities and services.

Six Senses Ibiza is an equal opportunity employer. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.

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