Head Pastry Chef

• Full Time
• Application Closes 25 Aug 2024
• Otago - Queenstown
• Chef and Head Cook

Are you passionate about pastries and driven to create unforgettable guest experiences?  Join Our Team as Head Pastry Chef!

About the role:

We are seeking for a head pastry chef to lead our Pastry section, ensuring smooth and efficient daily operations to maximise guest satisfaction.  Your responsibilities will include:

• Supervising and Training: Lead and mentor the pastry team, providing training to junior pastry chefs.
• Support Senior Chefs: Collaborate with senior chefs to maintain a consistent, high standard of work.
• Production-Style Kitchen: Work in a production-style kitchen catering to Skyline Food and Beverage outlets.
• Quality and Innovation: Develop new pastry dishes and maintain product and service quality.
• Efficiency and Compliance: Implement effective food management policies, maintain safety and hygiene standards, and manage kitchen costs.

The perfect candidate will have:

• 4 years minimum relevant experience within a similarly high-end, high-volume kitchen,
• extensive knowledge of all thing's patisserie, with good technical ability and a great eye for detail,
• experience in buffet production is desirable, 
• a “can do” attitude and excellent communication skills,
• a passion for producing a quality product and a genuine interest to work in the hospitality industry.

This role offers:

• Exciting New Opportunities: Be part of a brand-new, dynamic team
• Fun Work Environment: Enjoy a diverse workplace with perks like free Gondola and Luge rides for family and friends.
• Growth Potential: Join a values-driven, growing international organisation with global career pathways.
• Accommodation Options: We offer support to help you settle in smoothly.

Why Skyline?

At Skyline, we aim to share real fun with the world. Our team thrives on building meaningful connections with our customers, community, and each other. Experience a unique working environment that’s as vibrant and exciting as our activities. We work a little differently at Skyline, and we can’t wait to show you how. 

If this sounds like you, apply now and let’s get up to some fun! 

Please only apply if you have the right to legally work in New Zealand. 

Safety is a high priority in our working environment. All candidates must agree to comply with the company's health and safety procedures which includes random drug and alcohol testing.