We are looking for a pastry chef to take a leading role in both business operation and concept development. You will report to the company’s co-founder and Pastry Chef. 

Responsibilities will include the following.

As part of the business operation:

• Preparation and production of cakes for individual orders
• Preparation and production of cakes for events and retail pop-ups
• Ensure the proper handling, cleanliness and maintenance of work area, equipment, and cold storage areas
• Assistance in outside catering event and retail pop-up operation

As part of the concept development:

• Preparation and production for testing session
• Participate in the definition of new cake recipes
• Sourcing of new products, accessories and ingredients
• Suggest new operational processes, document new recipes

Requirements

• Willingness to work for an innovative concept and to operate in a “start-up mode”
• Minimum 4 years experience in a Western kitchen
• Good spoken, written and reading ability in English
• Strong capability in high-end pastry concept
• Team player with good communication skills
• Forward-thinker and problem solver
• Willing to go the extra mile and has a real passion in hospitality / F&B industries

Benefits

• 20 days annual leave

Established in 2018 by a Parisian in Hong Kong, Le Dessert quickly gained notoriety for its signature ultra fresh Pavlovas, its creative jar desserts and its decadent Indulgence Box.

With pop-ups in prestigious malls (Landmark, Pacific Place) and collaborations with luxury brands such as Burberry, Chanel or Cartier, Le Dessert is now the epitome of modern French pastry. Each and every dessert is made at the highest of quality. From the fresh ingredients used, to the recipes and pastry techniques, to the Chef and founder, Le Dessert is simply and uniquely… French. 

Le Dessert is now the number one online pâtisserie in Hong Kong offering a selection of celebration cakes, desserts, snacks and cookies all freshly made. Sweet tooths can discover new items and collections on Instagram and order on ledessert.com or simply via WhatsApp. Le Dessert then delivers via its own fleet of dessert vans. 

Le Dessert was founded by French food enthusiast and serial entrepreneur Julien de Preaumont. The creation and the team of pastry chefs is led by French Chef Julien Zampieri.