QUALIFICATIONS AND JOB DESCRIPTION
The Peninsula Istanbul is located in the historic Karaköy area overlooking the Bosphorus – the meeting point of Asia and Europe. The hotel will feature 177 luxurious guest rooms and suites, a grand ballroom with sweeping views of the Bosphorus, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, spa and a verdant garden on the waterfront. As we continue to expand the pre-opening team, The Peninsula Istanbul is seeking to hire a Pastry Chef.
- An exceptional opportunity to join our high-profile hotel opening in Istanbul.
- The Peninsula Hotels espouses luxury service, dedication to our customers, and commitment to our employees.
- Be a part of the pre-opening process with a highly experienced team.
Key accountabilities - Ensuring production in the hotel at high standards.
- Maintains and set adherence standards for product quality, consistency, presentation, portioning, garnishment, and utilization goals.
- Coordinates and directs all aspects of the hotel pastry & bakery operation and collaborates with the Food and Beverage team and all necessary stakeholders to achieve marketing and business goals and objectives.
- Maintains up to date technical worksheets, recipes and costings and ensures understanding and compliance from team members.
- Controls the ordering and requisitions to achieve budgeted costs.
- Ensures the hygiene and cleanliness of the kitchens and food storage areas and ensures the highest standard of food safety.
General requirements - Minimum 4 years of experience in the same position and total 8 to 10 years of experience in a la carte restaurant kitchens, luxury hotel at high standards, Michelin or 50 Best restaurants plus.
- Extensive pastry technical knowledge and current culinary trends.
- High level of creativity.
- Extensive experience in management of chefs.
- Ability to maintain an extremely sanitary environment while working.
- Ability to communicate effectively with the team.
- Fluent in English language proficiency.
We would be delighted to receive your CV and will liaise directly with suitable applicants.