Junior Sous Chef - Pastry

About Radisson Hotel Group

Radisson Hotel Group is among the world's premier hotel operators, managing over 1,460 hotels across 95 countries under ten distinctive brands. Their guiding principle, "Every Moment Matters," reflects a dedication to exceptional service inspired by the "Yes I Can!" spirit. The company values its people as pivotal to all success, fostering a vibrant culture that enables every team member to excel daily.

Role Overview

The Junior Sous Chef - Pastry will assist in managing the pastry kitchen, ensuring the production of superior quality desserts, pastries, and baked items. This role requires overseeing strict cost control, maintaining food safety standards, and ensuring operational efficiency. The position entails taking charge of the pastry department during the Sous Chef's absence.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise Pastry Chefs de Partie and kitchen team members; conduct daily meetings on functions, dessert specials, and menu components.
• Monitor the preparation, plating, and portion sizes of all desserts and pastries prior to service.
• Coordinate store requisitions and stock handling, enforce rigorous rotation of mise-en-place items, and participate in monthly inventory counts.
• Manage food cost margins by minimizing waste and ensuring that no food is removed from the kitchen without official authorization.
• Enforce Radisson Blu and HACCP standards related to food preparation, cleanliness, personal grooming, and kitchen hygiene.
• Maintain efficiency with a proactive "Yes I Can!" attitude and provide support to other kitchen sections as needed.

Candidate Profile and Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in pastry kitchens within 5-star hotel environments, preferably as a Senior Pastry Chef de Partie or Junior Sous Chef.
• Strong expertise in baking, pastry arts, dessert presentation, and recipe implementation.
• Certification in HACCP or equivalent international food safety and hygiene standards.
• Ability to effectively train, motivate, and lead a kitchen team, as well as communicate seamlessly between production and service staff.
• Knowledge of kitchen safety protocols, first aid, fire safety, and evacuation procedures.
• High energy and commitment to quality, aligned with professional ethics and service standards.

Why Join Radisson Hotel Group?

• Experience a dynamic hospitality environment that celebrates the "Yes I Can!" spirit and delivers unique guest moments daily.
• Opportunities for professional growth, training, and career advancement regardless of background or experience.
• A workplace culture that values inclusivity, team spirit, diversity, and belonging through supportive initiatives and employee resource groups.
• Encouragement to innovate and impact not only hospitality but also your wider community.
• Access to both global benefits, such as special hotel rates worldwide, and local perks tailored to your location.

Commitment to Inclusion and Accessibility

Radisson welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds and offers reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process to support all candidates.