Pastry Commis (Level 1)

About the role

The Pastry Commis (Level 1) supports the pastry kitchen in preparing a variety of breads and pastries for hotel guests. Working under the Chef, you will follow daily production sheets, maintain food‑safety standards, and contribute to a smooth, high‑quality service.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare doughs, fillings, proof, bake and decorate breads and pastries according to recipes.
• Review production sheets to determine daily output and ensure correct portioning.
• Maintain kitchen logs for food‑safety compliance and report temperature checks.
• Inform the Chef of excess items for daily specials planning.
• Use baking tools, measuring equipment and kitchen appliances safely and accurately.
• Monitor food quality and portion sizes throughout the shift.
• Assist management with hiring, training, scheduling and employee coaching as needed.
• Follow all company policies, safety procedures and personal hygiene standards.

Required profile

• Technical, trade or vocational school degree in culinary arts or related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a bakery or pastry kitchen.
• No prior supervisory experience required.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, physically demanding environment.

Required skills

• Bread and pastry preparation
• Dough mixing and proofing
• Baking and decorative finishing
• Use of kitchen appliances and measuring tools
• Food safety compliance and temperature monitoring