Pastry Chef and Chocolatier

We are seeking a talented and passionate Pastry Chef and Chocolatier to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will have experience producing high-quality baked goods and handcrafted chocolate products while maintaining exceptional standards of quality, consistency, and food safety. Responsibilities include preparing and baking a variety of cakes, pastries, desserts, breads, and specialty baked products; producing and decorating handcrafted chocolates, truffles, pralines, and chocolate-based desserts; following recipes and production schedules to ensure consistent product quality; monitoring ingredient inventory and reporting stock requirements; ensuring that all products meet company presentation and quality standards; maintaining a clean, organized, and hygienic work environment in accordance with food safety regulations; operating bakery and chocolate production equipment safely and efficiently; assisting in the development of new products and seasonal offerings; minimizing product waste and ensuring the proper storage of ingredients and finished products; supporting the team with daily production and operational requirements; and maintaining kitchen cleanliness while assisting with cleaning. Applicants must have proven experience as a baker, pastry chef, chocolatier, or in a similar role, along with knowledge of baking techniques, chocolate tempering, molding, enrobing, and decoration. The role requires the ability to work in a fast-paced production environment, strong attention to detail, a commitment to quality, knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards, the ability to work independently and as part of a team, and good time management and organizational skills. Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and varying shifts when required is also necessary.