The role of the pastry chef is to support the executive chef/ head chef / sous chef in the implementation of menus at the lodge. Quality check taste, and presentation of dishes to ensure the excellent standard of the food. KEY FOCUS AREAS Assist the Executive Chef/Head Chef/Sous Chef in the following tasks: Implement menus at the lodge. Quality check taste and presentation of dishes to ensure the excellent standard of the food. Ensure that portion size and plating of food are controlled to avoid wastage and maintain a high standard. Ensure that all food is being prepared to the highest standards. Ensure efficient work with the focus on completing the task within the time available and to the standard set. REQUIREMENTS - QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS Grade 12 (essential) Degree/Diploma in Culinary Arts Sound knowledge of food preparation and Kitchen hygiene. Sound knowledge and understanding of all dietary and religious requirements. Good knowledge and understanding of stock procedures and control. Good knowledge of product and supply. Basic knowledge of planning, budgeting, and departmental administration. Basic knowledge of creating, implementing, and maintaining written control documents and training manuals. MAXIMIZING YOUR IMPACT AS A MEMBER OF THE MORE FAMILY COLLECTION Excellent attention to detail. Guest focus philosophy, living the MORE brand and driving the MORE experience. Excellent communication skills (written and verbal), practicing honest communication. Team player with positive attitude, enthusiasm, and emotional control. Excellent time management and self-discipline, interpersonal & solution seeking skills. Proactive, use initiative and creative flair when required. Committed and loyal, adaptable, and flexible. Must work accurately under pressure. People skills tolerance, patience, and care, ability to receive constructive feedback openly. We create opportunities and experiences for people to enrich their lives. Our values guide our behaviours and how we act, and they help us find the right partnerships for growth: Be AWARE (the thoughtful value) Eyes and ears open Arrive ready Be human Respond GENEROUSLY (the more value)Always respond Give more, do more Have a mindset of abundance Strength in DIVERSITY (the family value)Act in harmony Work together Act inclusively Make it BETTER (the continuous improvement value) Positively influence Keep learning Own it
