This is an important question because it shows if a candidate you're interviewing is passionate about their job and how they use their professional skills on a daily basis. It's also a nice way to open an interview and make the candidate feel more relaxed by allowing them to talk about using their pastry skills in everyday situations. What to look for in an answer:

• Passion for baking
• A candidate's dessert preferences
• How likely they are to improve their skills outside of work

By asking this question, interviewers can see how creative and innovative a candidate is when combining flavours and designing new recipes. Their answer also highlights their approach to creating desserts and if they are more likely to follow proven recipes or want to experiment. What to look for in an answer:

• Out-of-the-box thinking
• An innovative approach to creating desserts
• Creativity

This is an important question because it shows interviewers how the candidate would handle a difficult situation at work. It also shows their level of interpersonal skills and can give you an idea of how they treat customers. What to look for in an answer:

• An ability to take constructive criticism
• Understanding of others
• Good customer service skills

This question shows interviewers what kind of challenges the candidate had to overcome and what drives them to succeed in this career. Knowing how the candidate's passion for baking started can also show if they are truly passionate about this career path. What to look for in an answer:

• Honesty
• Self-awareness
• An ability to set career goals

The candidate's answer shows their reaction to a difficult situation that could occur when working as a Pastry Chef. If they answer this question confidently it could mean that they have the desired experience working in the kitchen and can deal with stressful situations easily. What to look for in an answer:

• An ability to delegate and prioritise
• Any signs of hesitation or nervousness
• Confidence

Asking this question could show an interviewer if the candidate can think outside the box and has more advanced knowledge about modifying recipes. What to look for in an answer:

• An ability to deliver to different types of clients
• Flexibility
• Willingness to take an extra step to satisfy customers

A Pastry Chef should be aware of customers' dessert preferences and incorporate this knowledge into their work. How they answer this question can show if they choose to listen to their customers and base the recipes on that. What to look for in an answer:

• Ability to understand customers' needs
• A desire to satisfy customers
• Experience decorating desserts

This question helps to get an idea if the candidate is familiar with the restaurant's profile and menu. Their answer should show if they've done the necessary research and are a good match for the position. What to look for in an answer:

• Knowledge of existing menu
• Creative thinking
• Multiple answers

This question is important because it shows if the candidate has the expert knowledge that they need to make sure customers get desserts that are safe for them. Ordering fresh flowers and decorating cakes with them is typically a Pastry Chef's responsibility so it's crucial that they know which flowers and unusual ingredients are edible. What to look for in an answer:

• Extensive knowledge about specific ingredients
• Experience working with edible flowers
• Quick information recall

Typically, it's important for employers to hire people who would stay with the company for a longer period of time. The answer to this question can clarify what are the candidate's professional goals, give an idea of their dream career path and show what are some skills they want to improve. What to look for in an answer:

• Awareness of their limitations
• A clear idea of their career path
• Desire to learn new things and grow professionally