Head Pastry Chef. Vic's Premium Quality Meat Sydney Retail Pty Ltd trading as Victor Churchill Sydney (Birchan Pty Ltd) Sydney NSW (Mascot area)Full time$80,000 – $90,000 per year Head Pastry Chef We are seeking a highly experienced and skilled Head Pastry Chef to lead our pastry division with creativity, precision, and a passion for culinary excellence. This is a full-time role offering a unique opportunity to work closely with our Head Chef in crafting an array of classic and innovative desserts, alongside both sweet and savoury baked goods for our prestigious dining and retail operations in Sydney. Key Details: Full-time positionSalary between $80,000 and $90,000 per annum, dependent on experienceOutstanding work environment in a premium food and beverage settingOpportunity to innovate and develop new conceptsExcellent career growth potential About Victor Churchill: Victor Churchill is Australia's oldest continually operating butcher, renowned for combining traditional butchery craftsmanship with world-class design and fine-dining. We offer a distinctive food retail and dining experience and are committed to maintaining the highest standards in quality and innovation. Key Responsibilities: Leading the pastry team in menu development and recipe documentationOverseeing food production with a focus on quality and consistencyManaging stock control and ensuring effective cost managementBuilding and maintaining relationships with suppliersEnsuring full compliance with food health and safety standards Required Skills and Experience: Proven expertise in pastry, baking, and dessert creation Strong leadership abilities with a talent for training and developing a teamAdaptable and collaborative approach with excellent communication skillsDeep understanding of both traditional and modern techniques in pastry and bakingInnovative mindset with a commitment to excellenceMinimum Requirements: At least 3 years' professional experience in pastry, 2 in a senior capacityProven experience in leading a team in a high-end, fast-paced kitchen environmentDemonstrated expertise in both sweet and savoury pastry and baking techniquesStrong knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards, particularly in a 5-star or equivalent settingExperience with menu development, food production, and cost managementHighly Desirable: International experience in luxury or 5-star butcheries, hotels, or fine dining establishmentsExperience working in a dual retail and dining operationAdvanced pastry qualifications or certificationsDemonstrated experience in creating innovative, on-trend dessert conceptsStrong vendor relationship management skillsProficiency in stock control and managing purchasing processesIf you meet the above qualifications and are looking for an opportunity to grow your career in a premium environment, we encourage you to apply. How to ApplyPlease hit the APPLY button. Only successful applicants will be contacted. Victor Churchill is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability and other legally protected characteristics.