Assistant Cook – Pastry

About the role

The Assistant Cook (Pastry) supports the pastry team in preparing and presenting a variety of pastries, desserts, breads and buffet items at One&Only Le Saint Géran resort, ensuring high standards of quality and hygiene.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and production of pastries, cakes, desserts, breads and buffet items following recipes and presentation standards.
• Prepare ingredients and mise en place for daily operations and support the team during all service periods and special events.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization and proper storage of workstations, equipment and food items, applying HACCP and FIFO procedures.
• Monitor food quality, report issues to the Pastry Chef de Partie or Sous Chef, and help minimize waste.
• Assist with inventory checks, receiving supplies and ensuring health, safety and hygiene regulations are followed.

Required profile

• School Certificate (SC), Higher School Certificate (HSC) or equivalent.
• Professional culinary or pastry certification is an advantage.
• Valid Food Handler's Certificate.

Required skills

• Knowledge of HACCP and food safety standards.
• Ability to follow FIFO inventory procedures.
• Proficiency in operating kitchen equipment safely.
• Basic pastry preparation techniques.