Job Summary
The Senior Sous Chef (Pastry & Bakery) is responsible for supporting the Executive Chef in overseeing the pastry and bakery operations, ensuring the consistent production of high-quality baked goods, pastries, desserts, and specialty products. The role is responsible for production planning, food quality, food safety compliance, manpower supervision, inventory management, cost control, and menu development within a high-volume food production environment.
Key Responsibilities
Pastry & Bakery Operations
Manage the daily operations of the pastry and bakery section to ensure efficient production and service delivery.
Plan, organize, and coordinate pastry and bakery production schedules based on operational requirements.
Prepare and oversee the production of cakes, pastries, breads, desserts, viennoiseries, and specialty bakery products.
Ensure all products are prepared according to established recipes, quality standards, and presentation requirements.
Monitor food quality, portion control, consistency, and product presentation.
Support large-scale catering functions, special events, and seasonal menu offerings.
Menu Development & Innovation
Assist in developing and implementing new pastry, dessert, and bakery offerings.
Conduct research and development to improve product quality and operational efficiency.
Standardize recipes and production procedures to ensure consistency across operations.
Review industry trends and customer preferences to support menu enhancement initiatives.
Team Leadership
Supervise and guide pastry and bakery team members in daily operations.
Conduct on-the-job training to improve technical skills, food safety awareness, and productivity.
Assist in manpower planning, work scheduling, and performance monitoring.
Foster teamwork and maintain a positive working environment.
Food Safety & Quality Assurance
Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, sanitation, and workplace safety standards.
Implement and maintain HACCP-based food safety procedures.
Monitor proper storage, handling, labelling, and temperature control of food products.
Participate in food safety audits, inspections, and corrective action processes.
Inventory & Cost Control
Monitor inventory levels and coordinate procurement of ingredients and supplies.
Minimize food wastage through effective production planning and stock management.
Support food cost control initiatives and operational budget management.
Monitor equipment usage and ensure operational efficiency.
Equipment & Maintenance
Ensure proper use, cleanliness, and maintenance of pastry and bakery equipment.
Report equipment defects, maintenance issues, and safety concerns promptly.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment.
Additional Duties
Support operational requirements during peak periods and special events.
Participate in departmental meetings and continuous improvement initiatives.
Perform any other duties assigned by management.
Requirements
Diploma, Professional Certificate, or equivalent qualification in Pastry & Baking, Culinary Arts, Food & Beverage, Hospitality, or a related discipline.
Minimum 8 years of relevant pastry and bakery experience, including at least 3 years in a supervisory or leadership role.
Experience in high-volume food production environments such as institutional catering, hospitality, hotels, healthcare facilities, central kitchens, or large-scale food service operations.
Proven experience in producing artisan breads, laminated pastries, viennoiseries, cakes, desserts, and buffet dessert offerings.
Experience supervising and developing kitchen or pastry teams.
Strong knowledge of pastry production, bakery operations, food presentation, and quality control standards.
Familiarity with HACCP, food safety, hygiene, and sanitation requirements.
Experience in inventory management, food cost control, and production planning.
Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced operational environment and manage multiple priorities.
Willingness to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays based on operational requirements.
Preferred Skills
Leadership and Team Management
Pastry & Bakery Production Expertise
HACCP and Food Safety Compliance
Inventory and Cost Management
Production Planning and Scheduling
Menu Development and Innovation
Quality Assurance and Operational Excellence
Services We Provide / About us
Security Manpower & Consultancy Services
Security Audit & Risk Assessment Services
Event Security Planning & Ad-hoc Services
VIP Protection and Bodyguard Services
CCTV Security Surveillance System
Integrated Security Management System
Elitez Security Pte. Ltd. was set up for one and only one reason. We aimed to provide an all in one security solutions and/or services to all of our valued clients at competitive rates.
We agree that every individual client and/or site have very different security requirements and the current security services providers are not able to provide a 'customized' solution as it will incur additional costs for them.
This is where Elitez Security Pte. Ltd. will come in. We are able to provide solutions based on actual clients' current business setup and provide an in-depth consultancy report based on the current setup and recommended setup.
We provide all kinds of unarmed security solutions to commercial, residential and industrial clients. Our directors have a combined experience of over 20 years in this field and we have come out with specialized solutions that can cater to any security requirements needed.
Additionally, we at Elitez Security Pte. Ltd. understands the need for the usage of technologies and that is where we are heading. Having invested in security technologies such as the use of smartphone applications, our officers' efficiency and productivity level is increased with better response time and more ever, less paper usage! Ask us - CCTV remote monitoring? Integrated Security Management System? No problem!
Contact us now for a no obligation consultation on your current security setup and our services!