Pastry Chef

Full time Kendrick Recruitment South Africa

Posted On 2026/02/20

Pastry Chef

R35,000 - R40,000

City Durban

State/Province Kwazulu-Natal

3611

Pastry Chef - Luxury Safari Lodge - KwaZulu-Natal

Kendrick Recruitment is seeking a talented and creative Pastry Chef to join the pre-opening team of a brand new five-star safari lodge. The successful candidate will lead the pastry section, creating exceptional pastries, breads and desserts for restaurant service, private dining and special events, delivering world class presentation and flavour for international guests.

• Lead the pastry section and manage daily operations
• Create and present high quality pastries, breads and desserts
• Develop creative and seasonal menu offerings
• Ensure consistency, plating and luxury standards are maintained
• Manage stock, inventory and monitor food costs
• Collaborate with the kitchen team to ensure smooth service

• Strong expertise in pastry and baking techniques
• Experience in creative menu development and seasonal innovation
• Knowledge of five star plating and consistency standards
• Understanding of stock control and food cost management
• Experience in luxury lodge or high end hospitality environments
• Ability to work in a dynamic, high pressure luxury environment with precision and creativity