Posted:10 hours ago
By:Hiring Kenya
Company Details
Industry:
Education Management
Description:
The Aga Khan University is a private, autonomous university that promotes human welfare through research, teaching and community service initiatives. Based on the principles of quality, access, impact and relevance, the University has campuses and programmes in Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, the United Kingdom, Afghanistan and Pakistan. Its facilities include teaching hospitals, Faculties of Health Sciences with Schools of Nursing and Midwifery and Medical Colleges, Institutes for Educational Development, an Examination Board and an Institute for the Study of Muslim Civilisations. The Graduate School of Media and Communications, the East African Institute, the Institute for Human Development and the Kiswahili Centre have been launched recently while several Graduate Professional Schools and Faculties of Arts and Sciences are to be set up in Pakistan and East Africa. Through its needs-blind admissions policy, the University imbues the most promising leaders and thinkers of tomorrow with an ethic of service and the s
Job Description
Responsibilities:
Baking and Preparation:
- Preparing and baking a wide range of pastries, cakes, breads, and other sweet treats following recipes or creating new ones.
Decorating:
- Decorating pastries with icing, toppings, and other embellishments to enhance their visual appeal.
Inventory Management:
- Maintaining inventory of ingredients and supplies, ensuring adequate stock levels for production.
Following Standards:
- Adhering to established recipes, plating, and portion standards, as well as maintaining a clean and organized workspace.
Collaboration:
- Working with other kitchen staff, including the head chef and sous chef, to coordinate production and ensure smooth service.
Quality Control:
- Ensuring the quality and consistency of all pastry items produced.
Food Safety:
- Maintaining a clean and sanitary work environment, adhering to food safety and hygiene regulations
Requirements:
- Certificate in pastry and Bakery Technology
- Minimum 4 years’ experience in a four-star hotel or a busy Pastry Section
- Experience of working in a Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) compliant kitchen
- Ability to manage inventory, follow recipes, and maintain a clean workspace.
- Effective communication with other kitchen staff and potentially customers.
- Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks.
- Precise measurements, consistent execution of recipes, and attention to detail in decorating.
- Baking Expertise: Strong knowledge of baking techniques, ingredients, and equipment.
- Creative Skills: Ability to decorate pastries and desserts with creativity and precision.
Salary: Discuss During Interview
Education: High/Secondary School
Employment Type: Full Time
