Pastry Chef

Company Description

SO/ is a coveted collection of hotels rooted in the world of fashion, commanding attention with it’s avant garde design and creative approach to the world of luxury. SO/ Auckland is located in the heart of Auckland's CBD. With views of the Waitematā Harbour and city, across 16 floors and 130 design-led rooms.

We are currently looking for a Pastry Chef, Full-Time (40-Hours Per Week), who is hands on and has a keen eye for detail to help us deliver the best Guest Experience! We welcome you to join us in the front row at SO/ Auckland and become a part of Accor's lifestyle brand collective Ennismore!

Job Description

The Role:

• Organising and managing the pastry section to ensure smooth, efficient service.
• Preparing and cooking all pastry items with precision and urgency.
• Ensuring all products meet established recipes, presentation, and quality standards.
• Demonstrating creativity and contributing to the development of innovative pastry recipes.
• Monitoring daily pastry kitchen requirements and advising the Executive Sous Chef or supervisor in advance.
• Maintaining strict food safety, hygiene, and cleanliness standards across all work areas and equipment.
• Catering for conferences and events, including the preparation of items that meet a wide range of dietary requirements.
• Ensuring proper storage and handling of all ingredients in line with current food safety regulations.
• Supporting and coordinating with the broader kitchen team to meet service demands.
• Assisting senior kitchen leadership and stepping into supervisory duties when required.
• Promoting flexibility and collaboration by being familiar with other kitchen sections.

Qualifications

The Person:

• Minimum two (2) years commercial cookery and pastry experience in a similar role, preferably including 5 star experience.
• Holds a Level 5 Diploma in Professional Cookery.
• Has the aptitude and willingness to undertake further development with SO/ and Ennismore.
• Physically fit and able to stand for the duration of a shift (8 hours).
• Organise time and work efficiently.
• Willingness to work weekends and public holidays due to the business needs
• Projects professional image at all times through personal presentation / interpersonal skills. Effective numeracy, verbal and written communication skills.
• Desire and ability to train and develop staff.
• Appreciates and maintains an effective outlet for stress.
• Initiates contacts and establishes rapport easily.

Additional Information

SO/ BENEFITS

• Staff meal while on shift
• Uniform provided and laundered
• International accommodation and retail discounts across varying Ennismore & Accor Hotels properties
• Family & Friends Hotel Discounts
• Opportunities for further development and worldwide career progression within Ennismore/ Accor
• Annual reward of a free night's accommodation at the hotel and additional perks!

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

We are an inclusive company, and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent. we offer reasonable adjustments to support you. if you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process, you're welcome to let us know.