Pastry Chef

Dilmah Tea’s Resplendent Ceylon is creating a collection of small, luxury resorts that offer the discerning traveler a unique circuit across Sri Lanka, with a range of authentic cultural experiences, while contributing towards local communities and the environment through the MJF Foundation & Dilmah Conservation. The circuit currently comprises of three resorts, all members of Relais & Chateaux. We call it the Resplendent Sri Lanka Journey – Tea, Sea & Safari.

Cape Weligama is the most sumptuous resort along this fabled island’s palm fringed shores. Thirty minutes east of Galle, Cape Weligama’s 39 rooms inhabit 12 tropical acres atop a singular promontory rising 40 metres above the Indian Ocean.

THE ROLE

An opportunity has arisen for a Pastry Chef at Cape Weligama. The selected candidate will assist the Executive Sous Chef and Executive Chef by,

• Operating and managing the pastry section of the kitchen and liaising with the Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef to ensure a successful working environment.

YOUR PROFILE

The candidates should be competent, pleasant and smart with an excellent attitude to serve the guests.

• 2 or more years’ experience working within the food industry as a Pastry Chef in 5 star or luxury boutique resorts
• Working knowledge of baking techniques and the pastry-making process.
• Creative ability with artistic skill in decorating cakes and other desserts.
• Keen attention to detail.
• In-depth knowledge of sanitation principles, food preparation, and nutrition.
• Flexible working hours, including weekends and evenings, when necessary.
• Capable of working in a fast-paced, production environment.