An exciting opportunity now exists for an ambitious Pastry Chef at Galway Bay Hotel.The Galway Bay Hotel is part of the Hodson Bay Group. With over 700 employees from over 50 countries worldwide, Hodson Bay Group is committed to creating a positive working environment where our people feel they are a valued part of a team delivering excellent service to our guests.Awarded Best Employer in Galway in 2022 by Galway Chamber of Commerce, the Galway Bay Hotel is also delighted to be part of the Failte Ireland Employer Excellence Programme, and has been certified as A Great Place to Work. As part of the Hodson Bay Group of Hotels, with over 700 employees from over 50 countries worldwide, we are committed to creating a positive working environment where our people feel they are a valued part of a team delivering excellent service to our guests.Key Responsibilities:Contribute to the production of pastries and desserts in accordance menu requirements.Be knowledgeable of the day's business.Be familiar with the menu and with any "specials" of the day.Participate in menu planning.Ensure all dishes are prepared in a timely fashion.Ensure all dishes leaving the kitchen are prepared to the approved standard of presentation.Avoid unnecessary wastage, to observe proper portion planning and control and to act in a cost-effective, responsible manner.Ensure excellent food hygiene practice is observed in the entire food chain from storage through to preparation and service.Ensure HACCP compliance within the kitchen and all Food & Beverage outlets.Ensure the kitchen equipment is in working order; report any maintenance issues to your supervisor.The Ideal candidate for this position:Must have 3 years of previous experience in a similar positionMust have a background and interest in pastryMust be courteous and focused on providing a consistently high standard of customer serviceMust be standards driven and detail-orientatedMust have the ability to multi-task in fast-paced environmentWhy work with us?Received 'Best Employer' Award in Galway by Galway Chamber of Commerce 2022Culture of 'Respect' throughout the HotelCareer development and progression opportunitiesVibrant Health & Wellness ProgrammeLeisure Club MembershipHotel Discounts within the Hodson Bay GroupMeals provided while on dutyAwarded Best 4* Hotel 2021As a member of the Hodson Bay Group, the Galway Bay Hotel thrives in providing many development opportunities for motivated driven & efficient employee's across all our departments. As a people-centric hotel group, every day we aim to foster a positive team spirit and an enjoyable working environment. We encourage this through mutual respect & trust amongst colleagues.Benefits:Bike to work schemeCompany eventsEmployee discountFood allowanceOn-site gymOn-site parking