Experienced Pastrycook – Taiwanese Cuisine in Melbourne

Peko Peko Cafe - South Melbourne, VIC

Peko Peko Cafe is a quirky, modern Taiwanese cuisine restaurant in South Melbourne. We are seeking an experienced Pastrycook with strong knowledge and practical skills in pastry, baking and Taiwanese and Asian-inspired desserts to join our team.

About the role

This is an opportunity for a skilled and motivated Pastrycook to work in a busy, fast-paced kitchen and take responsibility for the preparation and delivery of the restaurant's dessert and pastry menu.

Key responsibilities

• Preparing and producing Taiwanese and Asian-inspired desserts, pastries and baked goods to the restaurant's standards.
• Preparing and producing a range of desserts, including custards, fillings, sauces and other dessert components.
• Measuring, weighing and preparing ingredients accurately according to recipes and production requirements.
• Operating kitchen equipment safely and effectively.
• Decorating, finishing and presenting desserts and pastries to the restaurant's standards.
• Preparing dessert components and products in advance to ensure sufficient stock for daily service.
• Developing and refining dessert recipes and contributing ideas for new Taiwanese and Asian-inspired desserts.
• Setting up and maintaining pastry and dessert preparation stations.
• Monitoring stock levels and assisting with ordering and inventory of pastry and dessert ingredients.
• Maintaining a clean, organised and hygienic pastry and kitchen area in accordance with food safety requirements.
• Reporting regularly to the Chef and General Manager to review feedback, discuss menu improvements and assess work performance.
• Working collaboratively with the kitchen team to ensure efficient preparation and service.

Skills and experience

• Previous professional experience working as a Pastrycook, with demonstrated knowledge and practical experience in pastry, baking and desserts.
• Strong knowledge and practical skills in preparing pastries, cakes, desserts, creams, custards, fillings and other dessert components.
• Experience preparing Taiwanese, Chinese, Japanese or other Asian-inspired desserts will be highly regarded.
• Experience working efficiently in a busy, fast-paced commercial kitchen.
• Experience using commercial pastry and kitchen equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and consistency in measuring, preparation, presentation and finishing.
• The ability to work independently, responsibly and effectively as part of a team.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage preparation and production requirements.
• A qualification in a hospitality-related course, such as cookery or patisserie, will be considered an advantage.
• The ability to communicate in Mandarin Chinese and read Chinese is essential for this role, as required for kitchen communication and the performance of the position's duties.
• Knowledge of Taiwanese Hokkien is desirable and will be viewed favourably.
• Experience in Taiwanese, Chinese, Japanese or other Asian cuisines will also be considered.

Employment details

• Position: Pastrycook
• Location: South Melbourne, VIC
• Employment type: Full-time
• Hours: 38hr/wk
• Salary: $79,500 AUD per annum, plus superannuation
• Trading hours: Tuesday to Saturday. The restaurant is closed on Sundays and public holidays.
• Reporting to: Chef and General Manager