The role

Elka is a new bakery, specialising in sourdough breads and pastries. The business will be opening four new sites within three months, with production to be within the main site in Heidelberg, with distribution from this site to the other locations.

As the head pastry chef, you will work directly with the management, in leading the direction of the business. You will lead the pastry team in the planning, preparation and baking of all pastries and croissants.

Qualifications & experience

Proven record of innovation

A strong understanding in creating quality pastries

Excellent leader with strong communication skills

Strong organizational and time management skills

Excellent food hygiene standards

Tasks & responsibilities

Leading the planning, production and preparation for the weeks and months schedule

Upholding cleanliness of the premises

Excellent knowledge of the industry and the ability to innovate and create new products

Preparation and rotation of ingredients for daily production

Other general duties as required such as cleaning

The work involves early morning starts and availability to work a seven days rotating roster.

* All applications will be held in the strictest confidence.