Pastry Chef
Lokogoma, Lokoja, Kogi
Posted 4 days ago
- Company:
- Startup Soar
- Company Description:
- Startup Soar is a leading training, recruitment, and general HR services company, specializing in helping NGOs, private, and public sectors recruit top talent. We focus on sourcing candidates for executive, management, and junior roles who align with organizational culture and are dedicated to driving success. Our tailored recruitment solutions ensure organizations build strong, committed teams for long-term growth.
- Contract Type:
- Full Time
- Experience Required:
- 3 to 4 years
- Education Level:
- Bachelor
- Number of vacancies:
- 1
Job Description
Industry: Hospitality
Employment Type: Full-Time
About the Company:
Our client is a fast-growing restaurant based in Lokoja, known for its commitment to excellence, innovation, and culinary artistry. With a loyal and growing customer base, the restaurant offers a welcoming and vibrant atmosphere, ideal for food lovers and culinary creatives alike. They are passionate about delivering memorable dining experiences and are seeking individuals who share this vision.
Job Description:
We are looking for a highly skilled and creative Pastry Chef to elevate our dessert offerings and bring imaginative ideas to life in the kitchen. This individual will play a key role in shaping the pastry menu, experimenting with flavor profiles, and ensuring the consistent quality of baked items and sweets served to customers. If you’re passionate about the art of pastry-making and thrive in a dynamic, team-oriented environment, we’d love to meet you.
Key Responsibilities:
Prepare a wide range of pastries, cakes, desserts, and baked goods from scratch.
Innovate and design new dessert items that align with the restaurant’s brand and seasonal ingredients.
Collaborate with the Executive Chef and kitchen team to create cohesive menu items.
Maintain accurate inventory and ensure timely procurement of fresh ingredients.
Implement best practices for food preparation, cleanliness, hygiene, and safety.
Train junior staff or kitchen assistants on pastry techniques and procedures.
Monitor the consistency, quality, and presentation of all pastry items.
Stay up to date with trends in the pastry and dessert world and bring new ideas to the table.
Requirements:
Minimum of 3–5 years’ experience in a pastry chef or head baker role.
Diploma or certification in Culinary Arts, Baking, or a related field is an advantage.
Exceptional knowledge of baking techniques, dessert presentation, and food safety standards.
Creativity and passion for crafting unique and visually appealing desserts.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Ability to work early mornings, weekends, and holidays as required.
Leadership skills and ability to inspire and train team members.
Compensation and Benefits:
Competitive salary based on experience and skill level
Free accommodation for 3–4 months upon resumption
Free meals will be provided to staff
Career growth opportunities within a growing restaurant brand
Supportive, collaborative, and creative work environment
Opportunity to showcase personal creativity and signature pastries
