Pastry Chef

As Pastry Chef, you will be a vital part of our high performing brigade and will be producing delicious pastry items and desserts plus other food in a well-equipped kitchen, developing your skills under the guidance of our talented Head Chef. You will run the Pastry section to ensure that all customers receive a first-class food experience.

Your day to day;

• Control the order and storage of food supplies.
• Support other team members across the kitchen.
• Prepare all food items as directed in a sanitary and timely manner.
• Follow recipes and presentation specifications.
• Operate standard kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
• Deliver exceptional pastry items, taking full responsibility for your section before, during and after service.
• Ensure the safety, security, and appropriate storage, labelling, and dating of all food stock following the appropriate legislation and company policy.
• Be a team player with effective communication, time keeping and organisational skills.

Who are we looking for?

If you are someone who has passion and flair for cooking with fresh quality ingredients, who is driven to deliver on targets, this role is for you! We're looking for someone who can work as an individual but also in a team.

You will be aware that presentation and attention to detail are key for the role of Pastry Chef.

As a Pastry Chef, you will have experience in creating different breads, desserts & pastries.

We are looking for someone with experience working as a Pastry Chef/baker or in a similar food production role (preferably in a hospitality or restaurant environment). You will have experience working as part of a team and alone ensuring deadlines are met, high standards are maintained, and SOPs are followed. You will be experienced in developing new recipes and working with the team to create new recipes.

Knowledge of and adherence to food hygiene standards is essential.

In return, we are offering a rewarding role with scope for career progression along with;

• Wagestream - the ability to access up to 40% of your wages as you earn them each week.
• 28 days annual leave (rising to 33 days after 5 years).
• Health cash plan.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
• Life assurance.
• Bespoke training programmes accessible to all.
• An engaging & supportive work environment.