Junior Sous Chef - Pastry & Bakery

Role Overview

Junior Sous Chef - Pastry & Bakery at RISE Enterprise. This role supports pastry management and daily operations across the pastry and bakery section.

Role Purpose

Support the Sous Chef Pastry in overseeing daily operations, staff supervision, and quality control across the pastry and bakery section. Step in to lead the section during their absence.

Key Responsibilities

Operations & Service

• Support the Sous Chef Pastry in overseeing daily operations across the pastry and bakery section.
• Step in for the Sous Chef Pastry during their absence and support smooth daily service.

Staff Supervision & Scheduling

• Supervise, schedule, and coordinate Chef de Partie and junior pastry staff.
• Support recruitment, training, and performance feedback for pastry staff.

Quality Control

• Check pastry quality, presentation, and consistency across the section during service.
• Help enforce food safety, hygiene, and cleaning standards across the pastry section.

Financial & Inventory Management

• Assist with stock control, ordering, and cost management for the pastry section.

Qualifications & Experience

• Pastry or bakery diploma or degree required.
• At least 6 to 8 years of pastry or bakery experience.
• Prior experience as a Senior Chef de Partie or similar role.
• Further management or culinary training is a plus.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership skills.
• Organizational skills.
• Communication skills.
• Ability to manage the pastry section under pressure.