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Position overview

Join our team as a Pastry Maker and bring creativity to life by crafting delicious pastries and desserts. You’ll be responsible for developing innovative recipes, ensuring top-tier presentation, and delivering high-quality products that delight our customers. This role requires a keen eye for detail, an understanding of seasonal trends, and the ability to design visually appealing displays that elevate the in-store experience.

What you will do

Duties & responsibilities

Recipe Development and Innovation
  • Develop and refine recipes for a diverse range of patisserie products, ensuring they align with customer preferences and seasonal trends;
  • Experiment with new flavors, ingredients, and techniques to keep the store/s offering fresh and exciting;
  • Stay updated on seasonal food trends, cultural events (e.g., Eid, Diwali, Christmas) and special events (e.g., Weddings, Birthdays, Evening Dinners) to create themed offerings that resonate with the store/s diverse customer base;
  • Plan and execute special promotions and displays to enhance customer engagement during these periods.
Quality and Presentation
  • Uphold high standards of quality in all aspects of patisserie production, from ingredient selection to final presentation;
  • Ensure that each product exceeds customer aesthetic and taste expectations, providing consumers with a memorable experience.
Customer Experience
  • Collaborate with front-line staff to understand customer preferences and feedback, adapting offerings accordingly;
  • Engage with customers to provide product recommendation and a personalised service, enhancing their overall in store experience.
Merchandising & Display
  • Design visually appealing displays that highlight the elegance and quality of the patisserie products;
  • Rotate product displays regularly to maintain freshness and seasonal relevance, maximising product visibility and sales.
Hygiene & Safety
  • Adhere strictly to food safety and hygiene regulations, maintaining a clean and organised workspace at all times;
  • Conduct regular quality checks on ingredients and finished products to uphold the store/s commitment to food safety and customer satisfaction.
Other

Any other task from time to time.

Requirements

  • Minimum 4 years work experience in retail
  • Minimum matric/diploma
  • A recent SAPS clearance
  • A valid medical certificate

What You'll Get

  • Company transport provisions
  • Company lodging provisions
  •  3 years contract (renewable)

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