Pastry Chef

About the role

Zen Cafe is seeking a creative Pastry Chef to join its kitchen in Lagos. The role involves preparing a wide range of high‑quality pastries, cakes, breads and desserts for daily service and special events.

Key responsibilities

• Design, prepare and decorate pastries, cakes, pies, breads and desserts according to recipes and presentation standards.
• Develop new and seasonal dessert menu items to enhance the dining experience.
• Monitor inventory of baking ingredients, equipment and supplies; place orders to maintain optimal stock.
• Ensure all pastry preparation and storage areas comply with food safety, sanitation and hygiene regulations.
• Maintain consistency in food quality, portion control and artistic presentation.
• Inspect preparation areas and equipment for cleanliness and safe operating conditions.
• Oversee pastry production schedules to meet service times and catering orders.

Required profile

• Minimum SSCE (Senior Secondary Certificate Examination) qualification.
• At least 2 years of experience working as a pastry chef or in a similar bakery role.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced kitchen environment.

Required skills