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Head pastry chef | cape town | luxury hotel

Recruit For Africa PTY Limited | cape town, South-Africa | Posted July 03, 2026

Position Overview

We’re seeking a talented and innovative Head Pastry Chef to lead the pastry kitchen at a prestigious 150‑room hotel in Mouille Point, Cape Town. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the dessert and pastry offering across the property, ensuring world‑class standards of creativity, consistency, and guest satisfaction.

The ideal candidate will bring refined technical skills, leadership ability, and a passion for elevating pastry into a memorable dining experience.

Experience & Qualifications Diploma in Patisserie or equivalent professional certification 5-7+ years’ pastry experience in luxury hotels or fine‑dining restaurants Proven track record in menu development, seasonal innovation, and high‑volume production 2-3+ years in a leadership role, managing pastry teams and training junior staff Strong knowledge of modern pastry techniques, plated desserts, and bakery production Excellent organizational skills and ability to balance creativity with operational disciplin...

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