Pastry Chef

24 Days Old

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Pastry Chef to join their dynamic kitchen team. You will play a key role in delivering exceptional pastry offerings and creating a memorable experience for Fellows, students, staff, and guests. You will also assist in the development of seasonal menus and contribute to the overall success of the kitchen operations.

Key Responsibilities

As a Senior Pastry Chef, your core responsibilities will include:

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Ensuring the highest quality across all pastry and dessert offerings.

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Coordinating the preparation and presentation of all pastries and desserts.

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Assisting in the daily production to meet service requirements.

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Contributing to the development of seasonal menu offerings and pastry dishes.

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Supporting food cost control measures to enhance F&B revenue.

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Maintaining compliance with food hygiene standards, allergen regulations, and safety protocols.

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Managing and organising the pastry section, ensuring cleanliness, stock control, and budget adherence.

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Assisting with the design and creation of pastry items for conference menus.

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Maintaining a clean and tidy pastry area.

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Upholding personal hygiene standards and ensuring a professional appearance at all times.

What We Offer

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Competitive salary of £29,039 per annum (depending on experience).

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34 days of holiday per year, including bank holidays.

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Car parking (when available).

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Meals on duty.

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Healthcare Cash Plan.

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Pension Scheme.

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Bonus Scheme.

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Breaks: 30-minute lunch/dinner break and a 15-minute break depending on shift pattern.

Candidate Requirements

Essential:

Relevant pastry or baking qualification (e.g., City & Guilds 706/1 & 2, NVQ 1 & 2).

A strong eye for detail and exceptional organisational skills.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

A stable 2-3 years of experience in a similar pastry role.

A good understanding of HACCP, COSHH, and allergen legislation.

Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations.

Ability to work well within a team and contribute to a positive kitchen environment.

Desirable:

Experience within a similar environment, such as a college or conference venue.

Personal Attributes

Friendly, approachable, and cooperative.

Responsible and trustworthy.

Flexible approach to work, accepting of change and varying shift patterns.

Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues and senior management.

Special Conditions

A flexible approach to working hours, including the potential for evening, weekend, and split shifts, is essential.

Willingness to work overtime during busy conferencing periods to meet service demands and business fluctuations.

Keeping abreast of industry trends and actively developing your own skills.

This role offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, rewarding environment where you can showcase your pastry skills and contribute to a high-performing kitchen. If you're passionate about delivering excellence and enjoy working in a dynamic team, we would love to hear from you.

Please apply with your CV or contact us for more information. We endeavour to reply to every candidate, every time but if you haven’t heard back within 10 days, please understand that you have unfortunately been unsuccessful for this position, or the position has been filled
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Location:
Cambridge
Salary:
£29,039 /annum
Job Type:
PartTime
Category:
Catering

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