• Job Description

  Req#: REF9704K

  Company Description

  
  

  Join the excitement of Auckland's newest 5-star pre-opening team for Accor's Pullman Auckland Airport. Pullman will deliver a memorable New Zealand experience inspired by the spirit of discovery, past, present and future. Guests will encounter environments that reflect our unique culture and landscape here in Aotearoa.

  Our stunning new Airport Hotel, is right on the doorstep of Auckland International Airport. With 311 generously appointed guestrooms, the Pullman offers an unparalleled Airport Hotel experience that is authentically New Zealand, and premium.

  Pullman joins its sister property later in the year, just next door, Novotel Auckland Airport. The Novotel is a 263-hotel room with a buzzing restaurant, Bistro Thirteen 50.

  We are now accepting applicants for a critical leadership position to oversee the pastry department, including all patisserie-related responsibilities, food costs, and budget control for the pastry department throughout pre-opening and during operations as Pullman Auckland Airport's Executive Pastry Chef.

  
  

  Job Description

  
  

  This position is responsible for assisting the Executive Chef / Executive Sous Chef with operations of the kitchen and responsible for supervising the Pastry Kitchen; ensuring that food standards, preparation, ordering, presentation and cooking techniques are carried out according to established recipes and standards.

  • Hands on supervision of the restaurant, kitchen / pastry kitchn and other relevant areas where pastry items are offered.
  • In the pastry kitchen and relevant pastry areas, strive continually for innovative, quality and value for money food which is presented and served in the most complementary way.
  • Lead the team by setting a positive example.
  • Assist Executive Chef with pastry / dessert menu preparation and ensuring adequate supplies are available for expected service.
  • Ensure the highest possible standard of hygiene is practiced and maintained by the entire Food & Beverage team to meet Health & Safety regulations and food preparation guidelines.

  
  

  Qualifications

  
  

  • Previous 5+ years experience in Executive Pastry Chef/Pastry Chef roles in hotels.
  • Experience of a 5-star luxury hotel atmosphere is highly advantageous
  • Demonstrate leadership experience
  • Computer literate with administrative skills.
  • A strong understanding of food cost and control.
  • Knowledge of food safety requirments.
  • Must have all-round experience in baking, pastry production, sugar and chocolate artwork i.e.
    • Fully capable of techniques and creation of showpieces and praline;
    • Experience with sugar paste, royal icing and piping;
    • Advanced experience in baking savoury and sweet dishes such as cakes, Artisan pastries, bread and pies;
    • Extensive cake decorating;
    • Strong understanding of production in pastry for banquets and A La Carte

  
  

  Additional Information

  
  

  What's in it for you?

  A competitive salary package of $75,000

  • Be apart of an exciting pre-opening Hotel team!
  • Learn your Way - Access to our Accor Academy so you can Earn while you Learn!
  • Work Your Way - Flexibility to ensure a work life balance!
  • Incredible Accor Heartist Benefits - including discounted Food & Beverage + Accommodation Worldwide
  • Accor's refer-a-friend bonus
  • Meals on shift
  • Accor's Parental Leave Scheme
  • Access to our Employee Assistance Program

  Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

  We are an inclusive company, and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent. We offer reasonable adjustments to support you. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process, you're welcome to let us know.

  
  

• About the company

  Accor SA is a French multinational hospitality company that owns, manages and franchises hotels, resorts and vacation properties.

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