Calo Hiring for Pastry Senior Chef de Partie at Manama, Bahrain Full Time

**About Calo**

Launched in Bahrain in November of 2019, Calo is on a mission to make healthy easy. We’re a team of dedicated people driving this mission by providing better, faster, and cheaper ways to access food through technology.

**Role overview**

**Main Responsibilities**

**Leadership & Team Management**:

– Lead, mentor, and train a team of junior pastry chefs, bakers, and kitchen staff, fostering a positive and creative working environment
– Oversee the daily operations of the pastry section, ensuring all tasks are completed efficiently and according to schedule
– Ensure that high standards of hygiene and food safety are maintained in compliance with local health regulations

**Quality Control & Consistency**:

– Ensure the highest quality and consistency in all pastry products, maintaining exceptional attention to detail in both flavor and presentation
– Regularly review production methods to enhance efficiency without compromising quality.
– Conduct regular tasting sessions and adjust recipes as needed

**Inventory & Cost Management**:

– Manage inventory levels for all pastry ingredients and supplies, ensuring availability while controlling waste
– Work closely with the procurement team to source high-quality ingredients at the best prices
– Monitor and control food costs, ensuring alignment with the restaurant’s financial objectives

**Operations & Planning**:

– Coordinate with the front-of-house team to ensure smooth delivery and timing of pastry items
– Plan and execute special orders and requests for events, private dining, and seasonal offerings
– Develop production schedules and delegate tasks to the pastry team, ensuring timely delivery of service

**Qualifications**
– Proven experience as a Pastry Chef, with at least 6-9 years of experience in a high-end or fine-dining establishment
– Strong leadership skills with a proven track record of managing a pastry team

**Knowledge and competency**
– In-depth knowledge of pastry techniques, ingredients, and flavor combinations
– Creativity and innovation in dessert presentation and flavor profiles
– Strong understanding of food safety regulations and kitchen hygiene standards
– Excellent time management skills and ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment

**Personality**
– Strong communicator
– Pleasant personality and ability to lead with empathy
– Strong organizational and planning abilities
– Passion for mentoring and developing talent within the team

axYCt75ryM