Chef de Partie Pastry - Kouzon

Job Description

As a Chef de Partie Pastry on board a Princess Cruises ship, you will be responsible for supervising the pastry team and ensuring the best pastry and desserts are produced to provide a superior cruise experience for passengers.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise the pastry team at sea, ensuring the best pastry and desserts are produced to provide a superior cruise experience for passengers.
• Ensure product delivery in compliance with company recipes, maintain recipe files, and monitor production and storage requirements.
• Participate in daily briefings with the Executive Pastry & Bakery Chef to discuss operational performance and efficiency.
• Conduct briefings with the Pastry staff at the beginning of each shift.
• Control food consumption in the assigned production areas through portion and production control, ensuring adherence to Company recipes.
• Practice batch cooking/preparation processes to eliminate waste.
• Meet cost targets in the Pastry section, performing tasks efficiently while adhering to the highest quality standards possible.
• Create an effective daily production schedule for the assigned section, monitoring ingredient consumption and planning orders accordingly.
• Contribute to the formulation and implementation of improvement strategies, demonstrate knowledge of new pastry trends, and seek guidance from the Executive Pastry & Bakery Chef on implementing suggestions.
• Coach and develop skilled team members, identifying top performers for career advancement or promotion.
• Train and coach assigned pastry galley staff in correct production methods, culinary techniques, menu and recipe knowledge, product-holding techniques, and presentation and delivery of the product.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Formal qualification in pastry arts from a recognized culinary training institution.
• At least five years of experience in large pastry production with at least two years of experience as Demi Chef de Partie Pastry from luxury hotels/resorts or cruise ships.
• Solid knowledge of Public Health regulations and Food Safety.
• Ability to supervise multicultural subordinate Teammates.
• Command of the English language, both verbal and written.
• Understanding of the foundation of guest service; ability and willingness to deliver outstanding service to our guests.
• Motivation to excel in all aspects of job duties and responsibilities.
• Personable communicator with outstanding social skills and a warm, friendly, and caring personality.
• Ability to continuously surprise and delight guests throughout their cruise experience.
• Commitment to establish and maintain courteous and professional working relationships in a diverse cultural environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Your own comfortable double cabin - your private space to relax and recharge.
• Company-paid travel to and from the ship, so you can focus on the journey ahead.
• Access to exclusive areas and benefits onboard (depending on the rank and occupational group).
• A vibrant recreation and welfare program designed to support your well-being and work-life balance.
• Access to exceptional learning and development opportunities to grow your skills and advance your career.
• The chance to travel the world, exploring exciting destinations while doing what you love.
• A welcoming, inclusive, and dynamic work environment where your contributions are valued.