Pastry - Bakery

Company Overview

Escoffier Luxury Institute Mauritius, founded in 2014, is a regional training institution focused on luxury careers and culinary education. It delivers specialized technical instruction in patisserie, cuisine, mixology, and hospitality, with teaching standards aligned to European benchmarks. The institute awards internationally recognized professional qualifications and degrees across culinary arts, luxury hospitality, luxury marketing, and management. It also works with local industry partners on product development, menu engineering, and service quality improvement, while offering short courses for beginners and enthusiasts looking to build skills in culinary and luxury fields.

Role Overview

This is a full-time, on-site Pastry-Bakery position in Mauritius. The role centers on producing a wide range of pastries and bakery items such as viennoiseries, cookies, and other baked goods, while maintaining reliable quality and visual appeal.

What You Will Do

• Prepare, measure, and combine ingredients according to recipes and production standards.
• Operate ovens and other baking equipment safely and efficiently.
• Track baking times and temperatures to ensure products are baked correctly.
• Apply final touches such as glazing, decorating, and presentation finishing.
• Keep the work area clean, organized, and compliant with hygiene and safety rules.
• Monitor and manage ingredients and supply stock used in production.
• Contribute to recipe creation and product development when required.
• Assist with training activities or demonstrations as part of the culinary team.
• Work closely with colleagues to meet production timelines and customer requirements.

Profile Requirements

• Hands-on ability in bakery and baking work, with consistent output of quality products.
• Solid understanding of food preparation, including correct measuring, mixing, and ingredient handling.
• Practical experience making cookies and other pastry items with care for taste, texture, and appearance.
• Capability to prepare different types of bread, including artisan and specialty varieties.
• Good knowledge of food hygiene, safety practices, and kitchen sanitation.
• Prior exposure to a professional pastry kitchen or bakery is an added advantage.
• A certificate or diploma in pastry, baking, or culinary arts from a recognized institute is preferred.
• Strong organization, attention to detail, and teamwork skills in a busy environment.

Additional Information

No salary or stipend details were provided for this position. No vacancy count, start date, application deadline, or specific eligibility restrictions were stated.