Pastry Sous Chef | Luxury Lodge | Hoedspruit Area
Kendrick Recruitment is currently seeking a talented and passionate Pastry Sous Chef for a prestigious luxury lodge situated in the Hoedspruit area.
This is an exciting opportunity for a creative pastry professional who thrives in a high-end hospitality environment and is dedicated to producing exceptional desserts, pastries and baked goods that elevate the guest experience. Working closely with the Executive Chef, the successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining the highest culinary standards while contributing fresh ideas and innovation to the pastry offering.
Location: Hoedspruit Area
Accommodation: Live-in
Salary: Negotiable depending on experience
Key Responsibilities
• Assist the Executive Chef in the management and operation of the pastry kitchen
• Develop and create innovative, seasonal dessert menus that align with the lodge's culinary vision
• Ensure the consistent preparation and presentation of high-quality desserts, pastries and baked goods
• Supervise daily pastry kitchen operations, including stock control, ordering and inventory management
• Maintain exceptional standards of food quality, presentation and consistency
• Ensure strict adherence to food safety, hygiene and sanitation standards
• Train, mentor and develop junior pastry chefs and kitchen staff
• Effectively delegate tasks and foster a positive and collaborative team environment
• Assist in controlling food costs through waste reduction and efficient ingredient utilisation
• Maintain accurate production and cost records
• Accommodate special dietary requirements and guest preferences when required
• Occasionally engage with guests during tastings, events and special culinary experiences
Requirements
• Diploma or Degree in Culinary Arts with a specialisation in Pastry Arts
• Minimum of 3–5 years' experience within a luxury hospitality, lodge or high-end restaurant environment
• At least 1–2 years' experience in a supervisory pastry role
• Advanced pastry skills including chocolate work, sugar artistry and artisanal bread production
• Strong creativity with a passion for producing visually stunning and innovative desserts
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills
• Strong leadership and team development abilities
• Ability to remain calm and efficient under pressure
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to excellence
• Physically fit and able to meet the demands of a busy kitchen environment
What's on Offer
• Live-in position at a luxury lodge
• Opportunity to work with premium ingredients and modern kitchen facilities
• Collaborative and professional culinary environment
• Career growth within a respected luxury hospitality operation
• Competitive salary package based on experience
To apply, please send your CV
Please note: Due to the high volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within 7 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful.
