Job Vacancy: Pastry Chef
Deadline: 09/08/26
Location: Black Rock, Tobago (Applicants must be residents of Tobago or willing to relocate from Trinidad)
Role Summary: Waves Restaurant is seeking a creative and experienced Pastry Chef to prepare a variety of desserts, pastries, breads, and baked goods that complement our dining experience. The successful candidate will combine technical expertise with creativity to consistently deliver beautifully presented and high-quality products.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare and bake pastries, cakes, breads, desserts, and specialty items.
- Develop new dessert offerings and seasonal menu items.
- Ensure consistency in quality, taste, and presentation.
- Maintain inventory of baking ingredients and supplies.
- Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards.
- Minimize food waste while maintaining production efficiency.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the pastry section.
- Assist with special event and catering dessert preparation when required.
Required Qualifications and Skills
- Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Pastry Chef or Baker in a restaurant, hotel, bakery, or café.
- Diploma or Certification in Pastry Arts, Baking, Culinary Arts, or a related field.
- Strong knowledge of pastry preparation, baking techniques, and dessert presentation.
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards.
- Ability to manage multiple production schedules while maintaining quality.
- Availability to work weekends and public holidays.
Desirable Qualities
- Creative and artistic approach to pastry presentation.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Passion for baking and dessert innovation.
- Excellent teamwork and communication skills.