Job title
Creative Pastry Chef (Full‑time) — Ascot Vale

Salary
A$65,000 – A$75,000 per year (competitive, negotiable based on experience)
(or A$28 – A$38 per hour for part‑time applicants)

Location
Ascot Vale, VIC

Job type
Full‑time (part‑time considered / opportunity for full‑time)

About us
We are a premium dessert and high‑tea business devoted to redefining dessert artistry. Blending French and Japanese aesthetics with contemporary innovation, we create sensory experiences that delight the eye and the palate. We’re seeking a visionary Pastry Chef to lead our pastry program and elevate our signature offerings.

What you’ll do
- Develop and execute extraordinary pastries, plated desserts, confections and high‑tea items.
- Lead pastry kitchen operations, set standards and mentor junior pastry staff.
- Blend traditional techniques with avant‑garde methods to create seasonal menus and limited‑edition pieces.
- Oversee quality control, portioning, costing and plating consistency.
- Source premium ingredients and maintain relationships with suppliers.
- Contribute to menu design, product development and in‑store tasting events.

What we’re looking for
- Proven experience as a Pastry Chef in a high‑end patisserie, patisserie-focused café or fine‑dining environment.
- Mastery of advanced pastry techniques, chocolate work, sugar artistry and plated desserts.
- Strong aesthetic sense, flavour pairing skills and attention to detail.
- Leadership and mentoring experience; ability to manage a busy kitchen team.
- Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment while maintaining high standards.
- Culinary or pastry qualification preferred.

Perks & benefits
- Competitive salary with performance‑based incentives.
- Creative, collaborative workspace and opportunities for professional development.
- Industry exposure, exclusive tasting sessions and product development involvement.

How to apply
Please send your resume, portfolio (photos of your work or a link), and a brief cover letter describing your pastry philosophy and most proud creations to: [email protected]
Subject line: Creative Pastry Chef – Ascot Vale

Applications accepted on a rolling basis.