We're Hiring: Pastry Chef

Location: Orchid Bay Beach House, St. Kitts

Schedule: Full-Time (40 hours/week) | Day & Evening Shifts | Monday to Sunday

Do you have a passion for pastries, a love for Italian desserts, and a flair for creativity? Orchid Bay Beach House is seeking a skilled and passionate Pastry Chef to join our dynamic kitchen team. Known for our elevated Italian family-style dining and signature dessert experiences, we are looking for someone who is excited to contribute to a creative, collaborative, and fast-paced culinary environment.

Key Responsibilities:

. Plan, prepare, and plate a rotating selection of desserts, including our signature semifreddo, cannoli, lemon cotta, and other Italian and seasonal specialties.

. Ensure consistency, presentation, and quality in all dessert offerings during regular dinner service and private events.

. Produce a variety of high-quality breads (including focaccia, ciabatta, and sourdough-style loaves) to be served nightly with our family-style menus.

. Manage fermentation and proofing processes to ensure excellence and consistency.

. Coordinate with the Executive Chef on menu development, ingredient sourcing, and kitchen prep schedules.

. Maintain proper inventory and ordering of pastry-specific ingredients and tools.

. Adhere to food safety and hygiene standards.

. Support with prep for special events and large-scale dinners, extra hours may be required.

Requirements:

. Minimum 2 years of experience as a Pastry Chef in a fine dining or resort setting.

. In-depth knowledge of classic and modern baking techniques, with a specialty in Italian pastries and artisan bread.

. Culinary degree or diploma preferred.

. A creative eye for plating and presentation.

. Ability to work efficiently and independently under pressure.

. A genuine team player with excellent communication skills.

. Available for both daytime and evening shifts across the week.

What We Offer:

. A Collaborative and Supportive Team Environment.

. Competitive Compensation based on your experiences and skills.

. Room to Grow - build your career with training and development.

. Be Part of Something Special - join one of St. Kitts’ top-rated restaurants, committed to creating unforgettable guest experiences.

. Work in Paradise - enjoy a stunning beachside location that makes every workday feel extraordinary.

Ready to Apply? Please email your résumé and a brief introduction to application.jobopportunity@gmail.com no later than Friday May 16th, 2025. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interviews.

We can’t wait to meet passionate, talented individuals ready to craft unforgettable moments at Orchid Bay Beach House