About Sir Kwinten**

Sir Kwinten is a two Michelin-starred wine restaurant located in the heart of Sint-Kwintens-Lennik, Belgium. Housed in a 19th-century mansion, it offers an elegant dining experience focused on seasonal, locally sourced ingredients. Chef Glenn Verhasselt creates refined, precise dishes, from reimagined vitello tonnato to delicate North Sea seafood preparations. Sommelier Yanick Dehandschutter curates over 450 wines, including selections from the restaurant’s own Dappersveld vineyard, perfectly paired with each dish. Michelin praises Sir Kwinten for its exceptional cuisine and harmonious wine pairings.

Description

As a Pastry Intern at Sir Kwinten, you will be part of a two Michelin-starred team, gaining hands-on experience in a high-end gastronomic environment. You will assist the pastry team in preparing desserts and baked goods that reflect the restaurant’s focus on seasonal, locally sourced ingredients and refined presentation. This internship is designed to provide practical skills, deepen your understanding of pastry techniques, and introduce you to the workflow and standards of a Michelin-starred kitchen.

Requirements

Culinairy student or graduate from a recognized hospitality or culinairy school.
Strong cooking skills and a genuine passion for pastry and fine dining.
Ability to work efficiently under pressure.
Effective team player committed to maintaining smooth kitchen operations.
Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn
Proficiency in English.

Responsibilities

Assisting with daily preparation of desserts, pastries, and plated sweets
Supporting mise en place for service, including weighing, mixing, and organizing ingredients
Following recipes and instructions accurately under the supervision of pastry chefs
Helping with plating and presentation during service
Maintaining cleanliness, organization, and hygiene in the pastry section
Learning classical and modern pastry techniques from the team
Collaborating with the kitchen team and adapting to a professional workflow
Working collaboratively with the kitchen team

What We Offer

Hands-on experience in a two Michelin-starred restaurant
Training under experienced chefs in a high-end pastry kitchen
Exposure to fine-dining standards, precision, and creativity.
Accomodation is offered.
Opportinity to develop both technical and personal skills.

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