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CoolangattaElevate your career to a Higher Altitude!Come join our national bakery team at Coolangatta Airport as a fulltime Pastry Chef.At dnata catering & retail the sky''s truly the limit!AVIATION SUPPORT BUSINESS OF THE YEAR 2024AUSTRALASIA''S AIRLINE CATERER OF THE YEAR 2025We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Pastry Chef to join our busy national bakery. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in either food manufacturing and production, or large multi-function high end venues. We are looking for experience in producing consistent, high quality culinary items.What does a typical day look like?As one our Pastry Chef you will be working in a busy, open plan kitchen preparing & cooking various international hot & cold meals, for our customer airlines. This will also involve supervising other kitchen staff including Catering Attendants and Casual labour hire team members.The Successful Candidate Will Be Responsible ForMaintaining a kitchen environment that promises flair, creativity, and consistency in the quality of menu items with consistent taste and appearance.Being multi-skilled and leads teams in all areas of food production and assembly.Ensuring correct stock rotation is adhered to, ensuring minimal/no product wastage.Prioritizing and manages workload to meet cold soak requirements and pickup times.The preparation of complex, and exotic dishes to specification.Providing feedback regarding shortfalls in production process to improve process and exceed customer service expectations.Supervising and trains kitchen staff as required.Performing activities working to passenger load requirements and Airline specification.Participating in customer menu development and presentation.Complying with hygiene, safety, quality, customer service, right first time and performance standards.Complying with all dnata Food Safety requirements including Personal Hygiene, Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), Food Handling and Storage Requirements.Complying with Customer and Legislative HACCP requirements.What do you need to be successful in securing this role?Demonstrated success in a similar roleTrade qualified Chef with at least 3 years experience in a high volume food production environmentPrevious experience in a commercial kitchen environment preferred but not essentialAdvanced knowledge of HACCP / QSAI / Food Safety and OHSPrior experience in a HALAL working environment and knowledge regarding segregation and separation of equipmentStrong communication and organisational skillsAbility to work across a 7-day rotating rosterAs you will be working in the Aviation Services industry, you will be required to obtain a clear National Police Check.Whats in it for you?Be part of a close knit & dedicated team that is committed to safety.Competitive pay rates and penalties.Free onsite parking, meals, and uniforms.5 weeks Annual Leave.Tailored Novated Car Lease option available.Discounts at hundreds of retailers, discounted health insurance and wellbeing resources including online exercise classes.About UsWe are Australias largest and most admired inflight catering and retail partner. Specialising in inflight catering and retail, food manufacturing, and airport lounge management, our group of diverse brands enables us to deliver extensive service capabilities.Chosen by many of the worlds top airlines, we operate 16 facilities across 10 cities and employ over 4,000 people who help us to produce over 64 million meals, and service more than 250,000 flights, each year.Parent company dnata part of the Emirates Group is one of the worlds largest air services providers. Offering ground handling, cargo, travel, and inflight catering and retail services, dnata ensures the aviation industry operates smoothly and efficiently.Want to know more about dnata catering and our global businesses? Visit our Australian careers website and watch a short video here:this role sound perfect for you? If so, we want to hear from you.Please apply using the link below & upload your resume, along with short cover letter outlining your skills & why you would like to join the dnata catering family as a Pastry Chef.levelSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionManagement and ManufacturingIndustriesAirlines and AviationReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at dnata by 2xGet notified about new Pastry Chef jobs in Coolangatta, Queensland, Australia.Baker - Coles Supermarkets - Southport ParkSouthport, Queensland, Australia 2 weeks agoSurfers Paradise, Queensland, Australia 1 week agoGold Coast, Queensland, Australia 1 week agoGold Coast, Queensland, Australia 1 month agoWere unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr