Company Description
Discover Sofitel Sydney Wentworth – Where Heritage Meets Modern Luxury
Sofitel Sydney Wentworth, Sydney’s first international five-star hotel, is an icon of Australian hospitality and a landmark of culture and creativity in the heart of the city. Following a transformative refurbishment, the hotel has entered an exciting new chapter, seamlessly blending its rich heritage with contemporary luxury to create one of Sydney’s most sought-after destinations.
Guided by Sofitel’s signature French zest and elegance, and inspired by the vibrant energy of Sydney, we create memorable experiences that are both sophisticated and distinctly local.
Featuring 436 beautifully redesigned rooms and suites, the exclusive Club Millésime executive lounge, 14 versatile event spaces and four exceptional dining venues, Sofitel Sydney Wentworth offers guests a truly elevated luxury experience.
Job Description
- Prepare, bake, decorate and present a full range of pastries, desserts, cakes, breads and confectionery to the hotel's quality and presentation standards
- Execute daily mise en place with precision to ensure timely service across restaurants, banquets, room service, afternoon tea and special events
- Adhere to standard recipes, maintaining consistency in flavour, portion control and presentation, while supporting the Pastry Chef and Sous Chef in seasonal menu planning
- Ensure all food is prepared, stored and handled in full compliance with food safety regulations, HACCP protocols and NSW Food Authority requirements
- Monitor stock levels, apply FIFO rotation and report ordering needs to minimise waste and prevent shortages
- Maintain the pastry kitchen to the highest standards of cleanliness and organisation, operating and reporting on equipment safely and in line with WHS policies
- Support and guide Commis Chefs and kitchen attendants, working confidently both independently and as part of the broader kitchen brigade
Qualifications
- Certificate III in Patisserie (or equivalent) and current Food Safety Certificate, with sound knowledge of HACCP protocols and hygiene standards
- 2–4 years' hands-on experience in a professional pastry kitchen, ideally within a hotel, restaurant or specialised pastry environment
- Proven progression to Demi Pastry Chef level (or equivalent), with a track record of producing desserts, breads, cakes and pastries to commercial standards
- Strong pastry and baking skills, including chocolate and confectionery work, cake decorating and dessert plating to a high presentation standard
- Confident in recipe scaling, production planning, inventory control and FIFO rotation, with sound food cost awareness and waste minimisation practices
- High attention to detail and organisational discipline, with strong communication and problem-solving skills, and a creative approach balanced with consistent adherence to standards
Additional Information
Why Join Sofitel Sydney Wentworth?
We value our people and offer:
- Global discounts on accommodation, dining, bars and more across 100+ Accor hotels and partner venues worldwide
- Generous leave entitlements, including birthday leave and up to 12 weeks parental leave
- 30% team member dining discount across our signature venues: Tilda, Bar Tilda, Delta Rue and Wentworth Bar
- Career development opportunities within a globally recognised luxury hospitality brand
- Ongoing learning and development, working alongside industry leaders
- Onsite perks including complimentary dry cleaning, $2 barista-made coffee, a $5 staff lunch buffet, and discounted city parking
- A complimentary hotel stay package to celebrate your work anniversary
- Free 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Program for confidential wellbeing support
Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We are an inclusive company, and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent. We offer reasonable adjustments to support you. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process, you're welcome to let us know.
Please note that full working rights in Australia are required for this role.
