Pastry Chef at Gusto-resto

Gusto Group is a growing hospitality brand committed to excellence in dining and customer experience. We take pride in offering high-quality culinary creations made with passion and precision. Our team thrives on creativity, collaboration, and attention to detail, and we are seeking a skilled Pastry Chef to bring innovation and artistry to our kitchen in Kano.

Job Details

Job Title: Pastry Chef
Location: Kano, Nigeria
Employment Type: Full-time

Role Overview

The Pastry Chef will be responsible for preparing, baking, and presenting a wide range of pastries, desserts, and bread items. This role requires creativity, technical expertise, and consistency to deliver exceptional products that align with our brand’s quality standards. You will also help design new recipes, maintain kitchen hygiene, and ensure all pastries meet our presentation and taste expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and bake high-quality pastries, desserts, and bread items daily.

• Create and test new recipes that reflect current trends and customer preferences.

• Ensure consistency in flavor, texture, and presentation across all products.

• Maintain cleanliness, hygiene, and organization within the pastry section.

• Monitor inventory, manage stock levels, and coordinate supply orders as required.

• Ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation standards.

• Collaborate with chefs and kitchen staff to develop dessert menus and event offerings.

• Approve all pastries leaving the kitchen, ensuring they meet quality standards.

• Address and resolve any pastry-related issues or customer complaints promptly.

Qualifications and Skills

• Proven experience as a Pastry Chef, Baker, or in a similar pastry-focused role.

• In-depth knowledge of baking techniques, dessert preparation, and decoration.

• Strong creativity and innovation in pastry design and presentation.

• Excellent attention to detail, quality control, and time management.

• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

• Culinary certification or professional training in pastry arts is an advantage.

• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Salary

Not specified

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV using “Pastry Chef” as the subject of the email.

Application deadline

Not specified