We are seeking an experienced Pastry Chef to join our Gelato team on a part time basis working 3 days per week. The role is responsible for preparing a wide range of products incorporating gelato, ensuring that high-quality standards are consistently met. Duties include pastry and gelato production, cakes, and other desserts, as well as managing inventory, ensuring proper storage, and maintaining a clean, organized kitchen.

Key responsibilities

- Demonstrating knowledge and confidence in production of various pastries, cakes and preferably gelato
- Demonstrating the necessary skills to finish and decorate cakes using various techniques like hand masking, glazing, spraying, novelties, and wedding cakes as required
- Providing functional assistance in the production team demonstrating superior standards of preparation, production and finishing within your specialized field
- Implementing superior standards of preparation and production within the department demonstrating and utilizing your pastry skills, experience and knowledge gained from previous roles and qualifications
- Contribute to the fulfillment of production schedules and targets, ensuring all products are prepared to the Brunetti Oro standard, demonstrating organizational skills and superior attention to detail
- Building and maintain productive working relationships with team members and foster a respectful,



productive and collegial working environment and culture
- Adopting a 'hand's on' approach to work, leading by example and demonstrating initiative and ability to work within a fast-paced environment
- Collaborating with the team to innovate and develop new products and menu offerings
- Demonstrate control in food preparation and managing wastage levels
- Demonstrating strong knowledge of HACCP and legislative food safety standards

About you

- Proven experience as a pastry chef or in a similar role
- Strong knowledge of baking techniques, pastry preparation, and decoration
- Creativity and attention to detail in dessert design and presentation
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Some experience with gelato is advantageous
- Permanent resident or appropriate working rights in Australia

About us

This is a fantastic chance to progress your knowledge, experience and career at one of Melbourne's most renowned and iconic hospitality institutions. You will have work/life balance, opportunities for an attractive salary and career progression once you join our highly dedicated and skilled team.

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📌 Pastry Chef - Gelato (Melbourne)
🏢 Brunetti Oro
📍 Melbourne