Head Pastry Chef

ATMOSPRESSO; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cafe in London is seeking a talented Pastry/Bakery Chef to create exceptional pastries and breads. The ideal candidate brings at least 3 years of experience, a culinary background, and a passion for innovative dessert concepts. This full-time role offers a dynamic kitchen environment and is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced setting.

Benefits

Casual dress

Company pension

Discounted or free food

Employee discount

Sick pay

Store discount

Qualifications

• Experience: 3–5 years in a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a variety of sourdoughs and pastries including croissants and baguettes.
• Ensure adherence to quality and hygiene standards.
• Assist in developing new pastry recipes.

Skills

Food preparation techniques

Culinary principles

Food safety practices

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Creative flair

Education

Culinary qualifications

Job description

**Job Overview**. We are seeking a talented and passionate Pastry/Bakery Chef to join our team at our new café located in the heart of London. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in food production and hygiene (minimum Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate), with a flair for creating exceptional pastries, viennoiserie, and artisanal sourdough breads and baguettes.

Duties

1. Prepare a variety of sourdough breads (especially baguettes), viennoiserie (e.g., croissants in various styles, pain au chocolat, pain aux raisins, chausson aux pommes, brioche, oranais, kanelbulle).
2. Ensure all food production meets quality and presentation standards.
3. Maintain a clean and organised kitchen environment, adhering to food safety regulations.
4. Assist in the development of new pastry recipes and menu items.
5. Collaborate with other kitchen staff to ensure efficient workflow during busy service periods.
6. Monitor inventory levels of baking supplies and assist with ordering as necessary.
7. Conduct regular cleaning of kitchen equipment and work areas to maintain hygiene standards.

Skills

• Proficient in food preparation techniques, particularly in baking and pastry creation.
• Strong understanding of culinary principles, with experience working in a restaurant or similar kitchen environment.
• Knowledge of food safety practices and regulations to ensure compliance in food production.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure while maintaining attention to detail.
• Excellent organisational skills with the capability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• A creative flair for developing new dessert concepts that appeal to customers' tastes.

Requirements

• Experience: 3–5 years in a similar role (e.g., head bakery chef, pastry chef, demi pastry chef).
• Technical Skills: Proficient in a wide range of pastry and viennoiserie techniques and sourdough bread preparation.
• Creativity: Strong passion for pastry with a desire to innovate.
• Detail-Oriented: High attention to detail in both preparation and presentation.
• Team Player: Able to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Flexibility: Available to work 40–45 hours per week over 5 days, with varied shift times.
• Location: Must be able to commute easily to Liverpool Street and Bank stations.
• Language: English or Turkish or Russian is essential.
• Residency: Must already be based in the UK with a valid work permit.
• Food Safety: Strong knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices (Level 2 certificate minimum).
• Education: Culinary qualifications are an advantage but not required.

How to Apply

If you are a skilled and experienced Bakery/Pastry Chef with a passion for crafting exceptional pastries and baked goods, we would love to hear from you! Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you'd be a great fit for our team.

Job Types: Full-time, Freelance.

Pay: £14.00-£17.00 per hour. Additional pay: Performance bonus, Yearly bonus.

Benefits: Casual dress, Company pension, Discounted or free food, Employee discount, Sick pay, Store discount.

Schedule: Monday to Friday.

Application question(s): Do you have experience in preparation of pastries, viennoiserie (e.g., croissants in various styles, pain au chocolat, pain aux raisins, chausson aux pommes, brioche, oranais, kanelbulle)?

Experience: Pastry: 2 years (required).

Work authorisation: United Kingdom (required).

Work Location: In person.

Application deadline: 01/07/2025