Chef De Partie Pastry

Sodexo Group; Three Rivers; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 35,000

Job description

Shift Pattern: Monday - Friday 06:30-15:00 (Occasional weekends may be needed)

Contract Type: Permanent-Full Time

Access to Crowthorne train station nearby, on-site car parking available, uniform will be provided and meals while on shift will be provided.

The Role:

Our college based in Berkshire has a fantastic opportunity to join its brigade and work in the Pastry Section. This is an opportunity to join a luxury college and produce pastry products for high-end core feeding up to (800-1000) banqueting, up to (200) afternoon teas, and the fine dining restaurant. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a professional kitchen with high-quality ingredients, creating a variety of delicious pastries, desserts, and baked goods.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and produce a range of high-quality pastries, desserts, breads, and baked goods.
• Ensure all pastry products meet the highest standards of taste, presentation, and consistency.
• Assist in menu planning and contribute creative ideas for new pastry items.
• Work efficiently to meet service deadlines for banqueting, afternoon tea, and fine dining.
• Maintain strict food hygiene and safety standards in accordance with HACCP regulations.
• Ensure all ingredients are stored and handled properly to maintain freshness and quality.
• Maintain a clean and organized workstation at all times.
• Work closely with the Head Chef and broader kitchen brigade to ensure smooth service operations.
• Support junior team members and assist in training where required.
• Communicate effectively with the team to ensure a coordinated and efficient workflow.
• Monitor stock levels and assist in ordering pastry-specific ingredients.
• Minimize waste by following proper portioning and storage techniques.

What We’re Looking For:

• Previous experience in a similar Pastry role or as a Pastry Chef de Partie within a high-volume or fine-dining environment.
• Ability to develop and present innovative and appealing pastries that cater to a variety of tastes and dietary requirements.
• A passion for pastry and attention to detail.
• Ability to work efficiently and maintain high standards under pressure.
• A team player with a strong work ethic.
• A meticulous approach to food preparation, hygiene, and safety standards (HACCP certification is a plus).
• A genuine enthusiasm for cooking and a commitment to providing high-quality dining experiences for students, staff, or visitors.

What we offer:

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we also offer a range of resources, rewards, and benefits for our colleagues and their families:

• Unlimited access to an online platform offering mental health and wellbeing support.
• Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or larger problems where you may need additional support, including legal and financial advice, support with work-related issues or personal issues such as bereavement.
• Access to a free health and wellbeing app that provides rewards for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and includes access to a 24hr virtual GP and various other services.
• The Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 (also open to friends and family) and/or the prepayment cashback card.
• Money Insights and financial benefits via the Salary Finance Platform.
• Save for your future by becoming a member of the Sodexo Retirement Plan.
• A death in Service benefit for colleagues who pass away whilst employed by Sodexo.
• Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development tools.
• Cycle to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit.
• Volunteering Opportunities to enable all colleagues to help support worthwhile causes in our communities.
• Flexible and dynamic work environment.
• Competitive compensation.
• Full training and full protective uniform supplied.

Join us and help nourish the future at Wellington College!

Sodexo and our Clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Certain roles will require applicants to undergo screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (UK) and/or Disclosure Scotland (Scotland).

About Sodexo:

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a forces-friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds, and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations, and Origins.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfill their aspirations.

Click here to read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture.