Startup Soar (Recruitment Services) – Our client is a fast-growing restaurant based in Lokoja, known for its commitment to excellence, innovation, and culinary artistry. With a loyal and growing customer base, the restaurant offers a welcoming and vibrant atmosphere, ideal for food lovers and culinary creatives alike.
They are passionate about delivering memorable dining experiences and are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Pastry Chef
Location: Lokogoma, Lokoja – Kogi
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Description
- We are looking for a highly skilled and creative Pastry Chef to elevate our dessert offerings and bring imaginative ideas to life in the kitchen.
- This individual will play a key role in shaping the pastry menu, experimenting with flavor profiles, and ensuring the consistent quality of baked items and sweets served to customers.
- If you’re passionate about the art of pastry-making and thrive in a dynamic, team-oriented environment, we’d love to meet you.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare a wide range of pastries, cakes, desserts, and baked goods from scratch.
- Innovate and design new dessert items that align with the restaurant’s brand and seasonal ingredients.
- Collaborate with the Executive Chef and kitchen team to create cohesive menu items.
- Maintain accurate inventory and ensure timely procurement of fresh ingredients.
- Implement best practices for food preparation, cleanliness, hygiene, and safety.
- Train junior staff or kitchen assistants on pastry techniques and procedures.
- Monitor the consistency, quality, and presentation of all pastry items.
- Stay up to date with trends in the pastry and dessert world and bring new ideas to the table.
Requirements
- Diploma or certification in Culinary Arts, Baking, or a related field is an advantage.
- 3 – 5 years’ experience in a pastry chef or head baker role.
- Exceptional knowledge of baking techniques, dessert presentation, and food safety standards.
- Creativity and passion for crafting unique and visually appealing desserts.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to work early mornings, weekends, and holidays as required.
- Leadership skills and ability to inspire and train team members.
Compensation and Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience and skill level
- Free accommodation for 3–4 months upon resumption
- Free meals will be provided to staff
- Career growth opportunities within a growing restaurant brand
- Supportive, collaborative, and creative work environment
- Opportunity to showcase personal creativity and signature pastries.
Application Closing Date
30th June, 2025.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and a brief Cover Letter to: startupsoarhr@gmail.com using “Pastry Chef” as the subject of the email.
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.