About this Pastry Chef - Makris Athens role at Domes Resorts & Reserves
Welcome to Domes!
Domes Resorts is one of the most awarded and leading lifestyle hospitality brands in Greece, and one of the fastest up-and-coming in Europe.
With presence in Crete, Ionian Islands, Chalkidiki, Cyclades, Rhodes, Athens, Portugal & Spain, all our destinations have been handpicked with a culture to share and inspire by creating curated concepts and signature experiences through our 5 innovative brands and our affiliation with the biggest hospitality brands like Marriott & Hilton.
Our people constitute a key element of our success. We strongly support the power of our team, offering young people the chance to grow and own their career journey in a progressive & innovative working environment with passion, humbleness, and perseverance. Teamwork, integrity and career development are only some of the reasons that close to 2500 employees, each year, trust their future with us.
MAKRIS Athens by Domes
Domes Resorts lands in Athens, introducing our first degustation restaurant in Thissio. Our talented, Michelin Starred Chef Patron Petros Dimas, alongside with a team of culinary experts will create the ultimate fine dining experience based on Greek creative cuisine.
We are currently hiring for Athens, looking for a highly energetic and passionate Pastry Chef, joining our team at MAKRIS Athens by Domes.
Pastry Chef
The role:
The Pastry Chef at Domes Resorts is an expert in the art and science of baking and dessert creation. From making perfect pastries, cakes, and chocolates to designing visually stunning plated desserts, the Pastry Chef is integral to delivering a memorable dining experience. This role possesses both creative and technical culinary skills, and the expertise extends to managing a kitchen station, training staff, maintaining inventory, and ensuring the highest standards of quality and safety in the kitchen.
Some of the responsibilities you will be entrusted with:
- Produce daily and seasonal desserts, pastries, and baked goods, maintaining the highest standards of quality, consistency, and presentation.
- Oversee pastry production and ensure adherence to recipes, standards, and food quality requirements.
- Monitor inventory, minimize waste, and ensure timely replenishment of ingredients and supplies.
- Collaborate with Purchasing and suppliers to source high-quality ingredients at competitive prices.
- Supervise and support the pastry team, delegating tasks and providing guidance and training as needed.
- Ensure adequate staffing and smooth, efficient daily operations.
- Maintain strict hygiene, sanitation, food handling, and equipment maintenance standards in compliance with food safety regulations.
Requirements
Useful to have:
- Culinary degree or equivalent certification from a recognized culinary institution.
- Thorough knowledge of food safety standards, sanitation regulations, and kitchen procedures.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in a pastry chef role, preferably in a high-volume or fine dining environment.
- Strong knowledge of baking techniques, dessert presentation, and flavor profiles.
- Food knowledge of the English language,
- Good knowledge of MS Office.
What you will bring:
- The ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent planning and organizational skills required for inventory management, menu planning & recipe standardization.
- Ability to build relationships, internally and externally, in the kitchen and between the kitchen and other departments.
- Effective communication skills and a team-oriented mindset.
- Precision & strong attention to detail for ensuring consistency across every batch of dough, filling, or glaze.
- A creative mindset is required to transform desserts into visually appealing pastries.
Benefits
You will benefit from:
- Competitive Remuneration Package
- Indefinite Contract
- Continuous Training & Development opportunities
- Friendly Work environment
Domes Resorts is an equal opportunity Employer. All applications will be treated in strict confidentiality.
Please note: Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.