Head Pastry Chef

Talent Finder; Huntingdon; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Fenstanton, Cambridgeshire is seeking a Head Pastry Chef to enhance their kitchen team. This full-time role offers an exciting opportunity for a culinary professional to shape pastry offerings and manage a creative team. With a competitive salary of £35,000 to £40,000, the position includes benefits like 32 days of annual leave, a supportive team environment, and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

32 days of annual leave

Employee discounts on baked goods

Opportunities for career growth

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Relevant experience as a pastry chef or Head Pastry Chef.
• Familiar with making pastries and managing a team.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage a variety of baked goods including pastries and chocolates.
• Collaborate with team members to meet production goals.
• Ensure high standards of hygiene, safety, and cleanliness.

Skills

Experience as pastry chef

Chocolate work

Team management

Attention to detail

Strong work ethic

Good communication skills

Creativity

Job description

Head Pastry Chef | Fenstanton, Cambridgeshire | Full Time | £35,000 to £40,000, depending on experience

Our client, based at Unit 5 Beech Court, Fenstanton, is excited to expand their team with the addition of a Head Pastry Chef. This is a full-time position that offers a fantastic opportunity for anyone passionate about patisserie.

They are looking for the right candidate to take their production to another level.

Are you the right person for the job?

• The relevant candidate should have experience as a pastry chef or a Head pastry chef
• Be familiar with making pastries and petit gateaux, competent with chocolate work and be able to manage a team
• Strong work ethic and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Good communication skills and a positive attitude
• Attention to detail and a passion for the craft
• Collaborate with the culinary team to plan and design pastry menus
• Ensure consistent taste, presentation, and quality of all pastries by maintaining high standards of hygiene, safety, and cleanliness in the kitchen
• Efficiently manage ingredient inventory, place orders, and monitor stock levels to avoid shortages or wastage

What will your role look like?

• Prepare a variety of baked goods, including pastries, Petit Gateaux, chocolates and cakes
• Follow recipes and maintain high standards of quality and presentation
• Assist in managing inventory and ensuring a clean, organised workspace
• Collaborate with team members to meet production goals and maintain efficient workflows
• Contribute creative ideas for new products and seasonal offerings

What can you expect in return?

• Competitive salary ranging from £35,000 to £40,000 based on experience
• 32 days of annual leave per year
• A supportive and friendly team environment
• Opportunities for career growth and skill development
• Employee discounts on all baked goods

What’s next? It’s easy! Click “APPLY” now! We can’t wait to hear from you!

Your data will be handled in line with GDPR.

In Short

• Industry Recruitment
• Founded 2016
• Location Preston
• Company size 0 - 49

About us

Unlike traditional recruitment agencies, Talent Finder works with employers to advertise their roles and provide them with various resources that will match them to the best candidates.

By working on a results-based approach, we:

• Feel as accountable as the employer to find the right candidates
• Feel as accountable as the candidate to find the right employer
  

We Care About Delivering

Our business model is built upon loyalty from our existing clients and excellent service. That’s why we’re able to offer a superior recruitment service compared to traditional agencies.

Our team is combined of a wealth of experience tackling recruitment issues and is dedicated to success.

We help employers through their recruitment journey and find them the best candidates in the market