Pastry Chef/Baker
Cake Fairy ~~ 0
Bulawayo
Aug 08, 2025
Job Description
We are seeking a skilled and creative Pastry Chef & Baker to lead the pastry section of our kitchen and contribute to the overall culinary excellence of our Cake Fairy Shop. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in baking and pastry arts, with a passion for crafting high
• quality, visually appealing baked goods. This role involves preparing a wide variety of breads, pastries, and desserts, developing seasonal recipes, and ensuring compliance with food safety standards.
Requirements
• Degree or Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality, Culinary Arts, or a related field
• Minimum of 2 years’ hands
• on Experience in a professional bakery or pastry kitchen
• Proven expertise in preparing and presenting a wide range of baked goods and pastries
• Strong understanding of baking techniques, ingredient functionality, and food safety standards
• Excellent and demonstrable training Skills, with the ability to mentor junior staff and support team development
• Creative flair for recipe development and product innovation
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast
• paced, high
• volume kitchen environment
• Strong organizational and time management Skills
Responsibilities
• Oversee and manage the pastry section of the kitchen, collaborating closely with other chefs and kitchen staff
• Prepare a variety of baked goods including breads, pastries, cakes, and specialty items
• Mix, knead, and prepare doughs and fillings according to established recipes and techniques
• Decorate and present pastries and baked goods in an appealing and creative manner
• Monitor inventory levels and place orders for ingredients, supplies, and equipment as needed
• Ensure the pastry and bakery section complies with all health, safety, and hygiene regulations
• Develop innovative and seasonal recipes that align with the café’s brand and customer p• Review daily production sheets to plan and execute the required variety of baked goods
• Prepare and bake items in accordance with café recipes, quality standards, and presentation guidelines
• Maintain accurate kitchen logs and records to ensure compliance with food safety programs and standards
How To Apply
Submit Application letter, Profile(optional) and detailed CVs to recruitment@cakefairy1.comor Submit at Cake Fairy Shop (13th and 14th Avenue Along R Mugabe Way)
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