Job Summary
? Pastry Chef – Luxury Safari Lodge, Bloemfontein, FS ? A premier luxury safari lodge in Bloemfontein, Free State, is looking for a talented Pastry Chef to join their dynamic culinary team. This is a live-in role on a 6/2 work cycle, offering the chance to create exquisite desserts and pastries in a unique, high-end safari environment. If you are passionate about baking, thrive under pressure, and want to deliver unforgettable culinary experiences, this could be your next adventure! Key Responsibilities: * Prepare, bake, and present a wide variety of pastries, desserts, breads, and confectionery to a consistently high standard. * Collaborate with the kitchen team to plan and execute daily menus, special events, and guest functions. * Ensure quality control of all pastry products, maintaining the lodge’s standards of excellence. * Manage pastry inventory, including ordering, storage, and stock rotation. * Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment in compliance with health and safety regulations. * Assist in training junior kitchen staff and apprentices when required. Requirements: * Proven experience as a Pastry Chef in a high-volume or luxury hospitality environment. * Strong knowledge of pastry techniques, baking methods, and modern dessert presentation. * Creative flair and passion for innovation in pastry and dessert preparation. * Excellent organisational and time-management skills. * Ability to work independently as well as part of a team. * Flexibility to live on-site and work a 6/2 roster. Additional Information: * Salary is negotiable, dependent on experience, reporting just below the sous chef level. * Live-in position provided. A fantastic opportunity to work in a luxury lodge setting, developing your skills while creating memorable experiences for guests. Interested? Send your CV today!