Pastry Helper

About the Role

InterContinental Hotels Group is seeking a Pastry Helper to support the Pastry Chef and bakery team. This full-time role involves assisting with the daily preparation and production of various pastry and bakery products, maintaining kitchen hygiene, and organizing ingredients and equipment to ensure efficient operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Pastry Chef and team with daily production and preparation tasks.
• Measure, weigh, and prepare ingredients accurately according to recipes and instructions.
• Support the preparation of doughs, creams, fillings, batters, and other pastry components.
• Aid in the baking, decorating, and finishing of pastries and desserts.
• Organize workstations and prepare ingredients and equipment before production.
• Maintain proper storage and labeling of all ingredients and prepared products.
• Verify the quality, freshness, and expiry dates of ingredients.
• Ensure cleanliness and sanitation of pastry equipment, utensils, workstations, and storage areas.
• Adhere to all food safety, hygiene, and sanitation procedures.
• Assist with receiving, storing, and organizing pastry ingredients and supplies.
• Minimize food waste and optimize ingredient usage.
• Clean and properly store equipment and utensils after use.
• Follow instructions from the Pastry Chef and senior kitchen staff.
• Provide support during busy service periods, special events, and high-volume production.
• Perform other assigned duties related to pastry and kitchen operations.

Qualifications and Requirements

• 0-1 years of experience; previous experience in a bakery, pastry kitchen, hotel, restaurant, or catering operation is preferred.
• Basic knowledge of pastry and bakery preparation is an advantage.
• Ability to follow recipes, instructions, and food safety procedures.
• Basic understanding of kitchen hygiene and sanitation practices.
• Good teamwork and communication skills.
• Willingness to learn and develop pastry preparation skills.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

This role operates in a fast-paced kitchen environment. Candidates must be able to stand for long periods, safely lift and carry ingredients, trays, and kitchen equipment, and work flexible shifts, including early mornings, weekends, and holidays when required.