Pastry Commis – Six Senses Kanuhura

As Pastry Commis, I will fully comprehend the vision of Six Senses to help people reconnect with themselves, others and the world around them and our values of local sensitivity and global sensibility, crafted experiences, emotional hospitality, responsible and caring, fun and quirky and pioneering wellness.

Sustainability, Wellness and Out of the Ordinary experiences are at the core of everything we do at Six Senses. I will safeguard these pillars and ensure full knowledge and active participation of all our brand initiatives.

Duties and Responsibilities 
As Pastry Commis, I will assume full responsibility for the efficient operation in the following: 
•    Check production schedule to determine variety and quantity of goods to bake.
•    Measure and mix ingredients to form dough or batter. 
•    Roll, cut, and shape dough to form rolls, pie crusts, tarts, cookies, and related products. Cut, peel, and prepare fruit for fillings. 
•    Place dough in pans, molds, or on sheets and bake in oven. Observe products while cooking and adjust controls. 
•    Mix icings and other toppings and decorate cakes, pastries, and other baked goods. 
•    Use a variety of kitchen tools, including electric mixers, pans, rolling pins, and cutting tools. 
•    Follow proper plate presentation and garnish set up for all dishes.
•    Complete understanding of and adhere to the Six Senses’ policy relating to fire, hygiene and safety. 
•    Ensures all equipment and working area are kept clean and in good working condition.
•    Upkeep Six Senses guidelines and standards of service and operation. My performance benchmarks are maintained and exceeded. 
•    Strictly adhere to LQA standards and guest comments. 

Qualifications
To execute the position of Pastry Commis, I must have the required qualifications, technical skills and experience in a similar role in luxury hotels with proven results and includes the following:

•    High school diploma or equivalent and at least 1-3 years pastry kitchen experience in a full-service outlet or similar setting. Hospitality diploma/degree from a recognized hospitality school is preferred.
•    Alcohol awareness certification and/or food service permit or valid health/food handler card as required by local or state government agency.
•    Fluent in English; I understand that additional languages are preferred.

The above is intended to provide an overview of the role and responsibilities for a Pastry Commis at Six Senses Kanuhura. It is not and does not infer that the above is an inclusive and/or exhaustive list of the duties and responsibilities inherent to the position.

Six Senses Kanuhura is an equal opportunity employer. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.
 

Who we are

At IHG Hotels & Resorts, we work together to deliver True Hospitality for Good on a global scale. With corporate offices and over 6,000 hotel destinations worldwide, a career at IHG is the perfect way to broaden your horizons. You’ll experience our unique culture and brilliant colleagues who will support and inspire you. With a host of corporate opportunities to choose from, wherever you are on your career journey, and whatever you want to achieve there’s Room for You at IHG.

Over recent years, we’ve transformed our company. We have bold ambitions to drive performance and maintain our relentless focus on growth in order to be the hotel company of choice that guests & owners love.

We are a hospitality business at our core and value connections and being together helps us foster a unique sense of belonging that also supports productivity. That’s why here at IHG, we give our colleagues flexibility and balance – working in a hybrid way, blending office and remote working collectively. We recognise that every role is different, that’s why leaders work with teams to determine how and when they collaborate.

We provide a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life. These include impressive room discounts across our many properties, recharge days and volunteering days throughout the year. Through our myWellbeing framework, we are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health, lifestyle, and workplace. We offer a unique and inclusive culture, where there is always Room for You to belong, grow and make a difference.

Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other category protected by applicable laws.  We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.