Alicante
ppThe Pastry Chef is responsible for delivering high-quality, efficient, individualized, and technically excellent pastry and bakery preparation. Working under strict Public Health standards and Company policies, this role manages the daily production and execution of the pastry station to maximize cost-efficiency and ensure total guest satisfaction. /p h3Reporting Structure /h3 pReports to: Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef /p pDirect Reports: Confectioner and Assistant Pastry Chefs /p h3Key Responsibilities: /h3 h3Culinary Execution Operations /h3 ul liManage and oversee pastry and bakery production for breakfast, lunch, teatime, dinner, special functions, and crew mess operations. /li liPrepare high-quality showpieces for buffets, show plates, and coordinate pastry demonstrations. /li liAccommodate special guest orders, strict dietary requirements, food allergies, and ingredient limitations with advanced baking skills. /li liAssist with menu planning, maintain standard recipe manuals, follow the corporate menu cycle, and constantly analyze production for quality improvements. /li liAnticipate food counts, prepare and cross-check requisitions, and manage inventory to minimize breakage and waste. /li /ul h3Leadership Team Management /h3 ul liSupervise, train, and assist with the induction of new and existing pastry team members to develop their technical skills and hospitality focus. /li liMonitor working/rest hours and manage manpower to control overtime in strict compliance with ILO and MLC regulations. /li liEnforce company uniform, grooming, and professional conduct standards within the team. /li /ul h3Public Health, Safety Compliance /h3 ul liMaintain continuous readiness for internal and external Public Health inspections by executing strict sanitation practices. /li liLog daily refrigerator and freezer temperatures in assigned areas according to company procedures. /li liPractice preventative maintenance, safely operate shipboard equipment, and report any malfunctions immediately. /li liParticipate in and enforce mandatory passenger and crew safety drills, pollution-prevention regulations, and correct PPE usage. /li /ul h3Guest Relations Communication /h3 ul liProactively monitor customer satisfaction, anticipate guest needs, and take prompt action to resolve any service difficulties or complaints. /li liKeep the Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef fully informed of significant operational matters, challenges, or accomplishments. /li /ul h3Qualifications Requirements /h3 ul liCertification: Valid STCW95 certification. /li liExperience: Minimum of 4 years of experience in a similar pastry leadership position within an international 5-star hospitality establishment. /li liSkills: Exceptional knowledge of international cuisine, advanced pastry and baking fundamentals, strong attention to detail, and awareness of current culinary trends. /li liPublic Health: Strong working knowledge and experience with Public Health policies, sanitation procedures, and temperature logging. /li liFitness: Physically and medically fit for shipboard duty, with an ongoing commitment to the company's code of conduct. /li /ul /p #J-18808-Ljbffr