Pastry Chef (Thai)

Role summary

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The Pastry Chef (Thai) is responsible for preparing Thai and international pastries, desserts, breads, and specialty bakery items to Shangri-La standards. Candidates should have professional pastry or bakery experience, strong knowledge of Thai ingredients and techniques, and a good understanding of food hygiene and kitchen safety. Formal culinary training is advantageous. The role requires creativity, attention to detail, consistency, and the ability to work efficiently in a busy hotel kitchen. The successful candidate is expected to maintain high quality, control wastage, support menu development, coach junior colleagues, and work cooperatively with the wider culinary team. Flexibility for shifts, weekends, and public holidays is normally required.

About the employer

Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts is a luxury hospitality group founded in Hong Kong, operating hotels, resorts, and residences across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America, and other international markets. The company is known for attentive service, comfortable accommodation, high-quality dining, and strong links with local culture. Its properties range from large city hotels to destination resorts, with departments covering food and beverage, culinary operations, guest services, wellness, events, and business support. Employees commonly work in multicultural teams and may receive benefits such as service charge, staff meals, uniforms, training, medical support, or accommodation, depending on the property and employment terms. A Pastry Chef at Shangri-La would be expected to uphold luxury hospitality standards while contributing to creative menus and a consistent guest experience.