Get paid weekly Must be available evenings and weekends About the Opportunity In this role as a Pastry Chef, you will be responsible for assisting in the effective operation of the kitchen. This will be achieved by working as a team with other kitchen staff to provide the appropriate quality and level of pastry products and service to members, guests & visitors by adhering to RACV policies and procedures. This could be just the right role for you? As a Commis Pastry Chef, your key responsibilities for the role include: Checking the cleanliness of equipment and operation of premises before production runs to ensure compliance with occupational health and safety regulations Checking the quality of raw materials and weighing ingredients Kneading, maturing, cutting, moulding, mixing and shaping dough and pastry goods Preparing pastry fillings Monitoring oven temperatures and product appearance to determine baking times Coordinating the forming, loading, baking, unloading, de-panning and cooling of batches of bread, rolls and pastry products Glazing buns and pastries, and decorating cakes with cream and icing Operating machines which roll and mould dough and cut biscuits Emptying, cleaning and greasing baking trays, tins and other cooking equipment Maintain knowledge of and deliver products and services to members, guests and visitors that are compliant with standard RACV operating procedures. What you’ll need to be successful Basic knowledge of food items and base cooking techniques. Good knowledge of pastry. Knowledge of the kitchen sections and associated service styles. Knowledge of cleaning and hygiene procedures. Understanding of stock rotation. Thrive in a large, busy & fast paced work environment, with efficiency, organisation, time management and attention to detail Strong communication skills, can follow direction and work well in a team environment Committed and a passion for cooking with a strong focus on food quality and presentation We are Offering Competitive Salary Penalties evenings, weekends & public holidays 11% Super Discounts on RACV products & resorts Uniform Free parking onsite Employee of the month recognition A little about us As Victoria’s largest member organisation, we have a powerful organisational vision: to improve the lives of Victorians by addressing their needs in the areas of mobility, home and leisure. Our two RACV Clubs are an integral part of making this a reality. Located in Melbourne’s CBD and the Healesville region, our city centre Club is equipped with everything from conferencing rooms and accommodation to fitness facilities and a day spa. Available to both guests and Members (who enjoy discounted Member rates), they’ve become valuable places to connect. RACV will conduct a criminal background check on an applicant subject to current legislation The RACV difference Be part of a team who cares. Back your ambition and find a new career with RACV. Application process Applicants will be required to provide evidence of their eligibility to work in Australia, and consent to a criminal record check. Additionally, Applicants must confirm their ability to perform the inherent requirements of the position as outlined in the Job Task Analysis - Chef/Cook and whether any reasonable adjustments may be required.
