Chocolatier

Our cafe is seeking a talented Chocolatier who enjoys combining creativity, precision, and craftsmanship to produce handcrafted chocolates, desserts, and specialty treats that delight every guest. If you take pride in exceptional presentation and consistently delivering high quality products, we would love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Prepare handcrafted chocolates, truffles, pralines, bonbons, and chocolate-based desserts.
• Temper, mould, decorate, and finish chocolate products to a consistently high standard.
• Develop seasonal chocolate collections and signature creations for the cafe.
• Ensure recipes are followed accurately to maintain consistency and quality.
• Monitor ingredient freshness and maintain proper storage of chocolate and confectionery items.
• Decorate cakes, pastries, and desserts using chocolate techniques where required.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and food-safe work environment at all times.
• Assist with inventory management, stock rotation, and ordering of chocolate ingredients and supplies.
• Work closely with the pastry and kitchen teams to introduce new menu items.
• Minimise waste while maintaining production efficiency.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Chocolatier, Pastry Chef, or in a similar chocolate production role within a cafe, restaurant, bakery, or confectionery.
• Strong knowledge of chocolate tempering, moulding, enrobing, and decorative techniques.
• Experience creating artisan chocolates and chocolate-based desserts.
• Understanding of food safety, hygiene, and quality control standards.
• Ability to work with precision while meeting production deadlines.
• Creative mindset with an eye for detail and presentation.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Professional attitude with a commitment to delivering consistently outstanding products.