Executive Pastry Chef for Melbourne Italian Culinary Superstore

2 days ago

Essendon Fields, Australia Frontline Retail Melbourne Full time

Take on a challenging and rewarding role as our new Executive Pastry Chef at Frontline Retail Melbourne, a renowned Italian culinary superstore in the heart of Melbourne.

We are looking for an experienced pastry chef with a passion for Italian cuisine to lead our team and create exceptional desserts and pastries that will delight our customers.

  • About Us
  • We are a prestigious name in the food industry, celebrated for curating an authentic Italian experience. From traditional pasta, fine wines, and cheeses to freshly made pastries and desserts, we offer an exceptional culinary journey for our customers.
  • Our Italian culinary superstore combines high-quality ingredients with finest craftsmanship, ensuring every product embodies the true essence of Italy.

The Role

As our Executive Pastry Chef, you will take ownership of crafting and overseeing our entire pastry offering, managing day-to-day operations of our pastry kitchen, and creating high-quality pastries, desserts, and baked goods that reflect traditional and contemporary Italian and Western flavors.

This is an exciting opportunity to innovate, inspire, and elevate our pastry section to new heights.

  • Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead and manage the pastry team from recruitment to training and development.
  • Design and execute seasonal menus highlighting traditional Italian pastries and contemporary creations.
  • E nsure consistency in taste, quality, and presentation across all pastry products.
  • C olaborate with the executive chef and management team to curate special events and catering menus.
  • M aintain high standards of cleanliness, organisation, and safety in the pastry kitchen.
  • Manage stock levels, order supplies, and control food costs.
  • Stay updated on industry trends, pastry techniques, and customer preferences to continuously innovate.

Requirements

To thrive in this role, you will need:

  • Extensive experience as a pastry chef, with at least 3+ years in a senior or leadership position.
  • Expert knowledge of Italian pastries, desserts, and baking techniques.
  • A strong creative vision, with the ability to design menus that reflect both tradition and innovation.
  • Exceptional leadership skills to inspire and manage a dynamic team.
  • Strong organisational skills and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
  • Knowledge of food safety standards and regulations.
  • A genuine passion for Italian cuisine and a commitment to upholding the highest culinary standards.

What We Offer

We offer a competitive salary of $80,000 - $120,000 per annum, depending on experience, and a range of benefits including complimentary food and beverages when working.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced pastry chef to join our team and take their career to the next level.

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