Assistant Chef de Partie Pastry

Job Description Assistant Chef de Partie Pastry

Purpose of Position:

• Assists the Chef de Partie Pastry in effectively managing onboard pastry and bakery production, ensuring compliance with company standards.
• Provides guidance, training, and support to the pastry team to maximize productivity.
• Ensures safe, high-quality pastry production and fosters a guest-oriented service culture to enhance guest satisfaction and repeat business.

Responsibilities:

• Possess advanced pastry and baking skills, capable of running a Galley section independently with minimal supervision.
• Manage daily food requisitions and report provision issues to the Chef de Partie Pastry, Pastry Sous Chef, and Executive Pastry Chef.
• Follow menus, recipes, guidelines, and production procedures as directed by the Executive Pastry Team.
• Maintain discipline, productivity, and food quality in the assigned section.
• Conduct recipe reviews, make necessary adjustments, and report modifications to supervisors.
• Verify storeroom deliveries for accuracy and report discrepancies.
• Implement economical work practices to reduce food wastage.
• Ensure compliance with Public Health Policies and Company Regulations.
• Maintain sanitation and cleanliness in pastry production areas.
• Ensure readiness for Public Health Inspections from ship management or local authorities.
• Handle garbage separation and disposal per sanitary standards.
• Prepare mise-en-place 15 minutes before service.
• Participate in daily team meetings ("The Daily Reunion").
• Deliver high-quality guest service and maintain impeccable hygiene standards.
• Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and follow safety protocols.
• Maintain professional grooming standards as per Vikings Image and Uniform Policies.
• Secure company property, especially during rough weather conditions.
• Show flexibility and adaptability, maintaining a positive attitude under pressure.
• Gain knowledge of ports of call, shore excursions, and shipboard activities.
• Support achieving Culinary Department goals (quality and financial).
• Follow safety and security policies, participating in fire prevention and evacuation drills.

Qualification (Your Profile)

• Minimum 5 years of baking experience, including 2-3 years as an Assistant CDP Pastry or similar role in a premium hospitality environment.
• OR a formal culinary education plus at least 1 year of experience as an Assistant CDP Pastry in a 5-star hospitality environment.
• Advanced pastry and baking skills, including sugar work, chocolate work, and specialized pastry techniques.
• Fluent in English excellent communication skills for interpreting menus and recipes.
• Flexible, stress-resistant, team player, with a strong work ethic.
• Guest-focused, service-oriented, with a professional appearance and impeccable hygiene standards.
• Proficiency in executing tasks efficiently and productively.
• Excellent knowledge of Public Health and Sanitary Policies.
• Minimum age of 21 years.
• Ability to physically handle 50+ lbs. (30 kg) daily and work a minimum of 11 hours per day, 7 days a week.
• Previous cruise industry experience is an advantage.