Executive Pastry Chef & Instructor
Nairobi, Cemtral, Kenya
Contracted to Full Time
CULINARY ARTS DEPARTMENT
Manager/Supervisor
(EXECUTIVE PASTRY CHEF & INSTRUCTOR )
A LITTLE ABOUT US
Since 2015, Boma International Hospitality College (BIHC) has passionately trained and influenced young and aspiring hoteliers to shape one of the oldest industries since time.
We believe in offering life-long learning that is innovative, with hands-on-the-practical skills that can be utilized to offer solutions to our world’s most dynamic and ever-changing industry. This mantra has sailed us through to be a TVET Centre of Excellence for Hospitality Training and marks just the beginning of an incredible journey ahead.
We’re also rooted in our Purpose and guided by our Values, which include Professionalism, Passion, Growth and Timeliness. We recognize that the only way we can achieve this Purpose is to work with and engage a diverse workforce that reflects the communities and industry we serve. By creating an inclusive work environment where all feel like they belong and are respected for their unique contributions to our mission, this purpose can easily shape into a reality.
In addition to the requirements below, we recognize that people come with diverse talents and experiences beyond the scope indicated and as such, we still encourage you to apply.
YOUR POSITION WITH BIHC: Executive Pastry Chef & Instructor
HOW YOU WILL FIT INTO OUR MISSION
We pride in being a small community that ensures that every participant is known at an individual level in order to understand their specific needs and constantly assess that these needs are met. As an ISO 9001:2015 certified organization, we are keen to:
- Demonstrate our ability to consistently provide products and services that meet customer and applicable statutory and regulatory requirements, and
- Enhance customer satisfaction through the effective application of systems, including processes for improvement and the assurance of conformity to customer and applicable statutory and regulatory requirements.
WHAT YOU WILL DO AT BIHC
Reporting to the Head of Culinary, the Executive Pastry Chef is responsible for leading the pastry kitchen operations, including menu creation, production, quality control, and staff management. You will oversee the preparation of a wide variety of baked goods, pastries, desserts, and confections while ensuring consistency, innovation, and adherence to hygiene and safety standards.
This role requires creativity, attention to detail and strong leadership skills to ensure that all pastry offerings meet the standards of excellence.
As an instructor, you will be responsible for coordinating and teaching several courses with the option to design your own course within your chosen area of focus.
Scope of the role:
- Pastry preparations
- Teaching/Instructing
- Setting exams & Invigilation
- Student mentorship
- Curriculum development
- Managing the pastry function and allocating workload
YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Operate and manage the pastry section of a kitchen, working together with the other chefs
- Prepare a variety of baked goods, decorate and present pastries offerings and baked goods in a tasteful and contemporary way and use of both traditional and modern recipes.
- Meet with customers to discuss custom-made desserts or baked goods for special occasions
- Ensure the bakery section of the kitchen adheres to health and safety regulations
- Develop new seasonal recipes and menus and keep up with the latest trends
- Create new and exciting desserts to renew the BIHC menus and engage the interest of learners and customers
- Decorate pastries using different icings, toppings etc. to ensure the presentation is of a professional nature.
- Schedule staff, delegate tasks and oversee the workflow of the Pastry kitchen.
- Monitor stocks for baking ingredients and make appropriate orders within budget
- Maintain a clean and orderly cooking station and adhere to health and safety standards
- Teach at a diploma level in areas allocated by the Head of Academic Affairs
- Contribute to the development, planning and implementation of a high quality curriculum
- Prepare learning materials, schemes of work and maintain records to monitor students’ records, achievements and attendance.
- Participate in departmental and faculty seminars aimed at building inter-disciplinary collaboration within the department.
- Participate in the development, administration and marking of exams and other assessments
- Provide pastoral care and support to students,
- Network with other pastry chefs within the hospitality arena
- Any other duties as may be assigned by management
THE SKILLS AND COMPETENCES WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
Key Skills and Personal Attributes
- Strong knowledge of modern trends in pastry preparation
- Strong knowledge of subject areas combined with a broad subject background
- Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
- Proven record of ability to manage time and work to strict deadlines
- Ability to work collaboratively
- Commitment to continuous professional development
- Creativity to design new and unique menu items to attract customers
- Knowledge of how baking ingredients work together and how they can be used in creative ways
- Excellent leadership skills to manage the pastry section and students in a kitchen.
- Time management skills to deliver orders on schedule and avoiding wasting food
- Physical strength and stamina to spend long hours standing and performing repetitive motions
- Flexibility, since hours for a Pastry Chef may vary and include weekends, evenings and holidays
Minimum requirements on Education and Experience:
- Diploma in related field of study/Baking & Pastry. Bachelor’s Degree in Areas of Specialization/related field of study or Pastry Arts will be an added advantage.
- 5-10 years proven experience in five star international hotels, managing the pastry and bakery section, teaching experience would be an advantage
Proficiency in Microsoft office suites especially PowerPoint - A deep global understanding of commitment to and involvement in hospitality Industry
- An absolute commitment to upholding the college values in particular, commitment:
- to prioritize the needs of students
- to act with integrity, authenticity and respect at all times
- to secure continuous improvement and excellence
- to focus on coaching and developing others to reach their full potential
- demonstrated commitment to continuous personal development to improve achievement by focusing on the quality of instruction.
Apply strictly through https://www.redcross.or.ke/Careers and or https://www.bihc.ac.ke/career so as to reach us not later than Wednesday 16th April 2025. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Job disclaimer and notification: BIHC is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge / accept any amount or security deposit from job seekers during the selection process or while inviting candidates for an interview.
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