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Position: Pastry Chef
Department: Hospitality
Responsible To: Head Chef and Senior Pastry Chef
Hours of Work: Average of 37.5 hours per week. The kitchen operates on a rota system, which includes evening and weekend shifts. Due to the nature of the client’s activities, occasional out-of-hours work may be required. Shift patterns may be adjusted to meet business needs.
As a Pastry Chef, you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of the pastry section, delivering high-quality desserts, and supporting the development of seasonal menu offerings. You’ll play a key role in crafting an exceptional customer experience through your attention to detail and commitment to excellence.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
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Maintain high standards of quality across all dessert offerings.
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Assist in coordinating the preparation and presentation of all pastry and dessert items.
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Support daily production to meet operational requirements.
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Contribute to seasonal menu development, creating exciting and innovative pastry dishes.
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Help manage food cost controls to support F&B revenue.
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Ensure compliance with food hygiene, Health & Safety, Allergen Information, and safety regulations.
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Follow personal hygiene standards as outlined by the Head Chef.
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Assist in designing pastry dishes that align with the conference and events menu.
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Maintain cleanliness and organisation in the pastry room, ensuring stock is managed efficiently within budget constraints.
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Wear a clean and laundered uniform each day to maintain professionalism.
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Other duties as reasonably requested by the Head Chef or Senior Pastry Chef.
Salary and Benefits:
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Salary: £31218 per annum (depending on experience).
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Annual Leave: 34 days per year (including bank holidays).
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Additional Benefits:
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Car parking
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Pension scheme.
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Meals on duty.
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Healthcare cash plan.
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Bonus scheme.
If you are a passionate and skilled pastry chef looking for a role that offers variety and the opportunity to contribute to exciting culinary creations, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and become a key part of our talented team!
We aim to respond to every candidate, but if you haven’t heard back within 10 days, please understand that either the position has been filled or your application has not been successful. Feel free to contact us for other potential opportunities