Head Pastry Chef

Compass Group; London; On-site; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented Head Pastry Chef to lead a dynamic pastry kitchen in London. This exciting role offers the chance to craft exquisite pastries while enjoying a Monday-to-Friday schedule, allowing for a great work-life balance. You'll manage a dedicated team, innovate seasonal menu items, and uphold the highest standards of food safety and quality. This position not only promises a competitive salary but also provides opportunities for career growth in a supportive environment. If you're passionate about pastry and ready to take your skills to the next level, this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes

Digital GP access

Exclusive travel discounts

Food shop discounts

Cinema ticket discounts

Cash rewards program

Free wellness classes

Qualifications

• Proven experience in pastry roles, preferably in high-end establishments.
• Strong creativity and passion for pastry innovation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the pastry team, ensuring quality and presentation standards.
• Innovate new menu items for fine dining and retail offerings.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Creativity in Pastry

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Culinary Arts Degree

Pastry Chef Certification

Job description

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

• Contributory pension scheme
• Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
• Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
• Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
• Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
• Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
• Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
• You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families

Head Pastry Chef

Location: London
Salary: £40,000 per annum
Hours: Monday to Friday

We are seeking a talented and creative Head Pastry Chef to lead our pastry kitchen in a vibrant and dynamic environment. This is an incredible opportunity to craft exquisite pastries and desserts while enjoying a consistent work-life balance.

What You'll Do:

• Build and manage the onsite pastry team, maintaining exceptional standards of quality and presentation.
• Innovate and create new menu items for fine dining, brasserie & retail, ensuring seasonal and creative variety.
• Manage stock levels, costs, and budgets to align with business goals.
• Maintain strict adherence to food safety and hygiene standards.
• Train, mentor, and develop junior staff to support their professional growth.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary of £40,000.
• Monday-to-Friday schedule - enjoy your weekends!
• Opportunity to work in a supportive and professional environment.
• Career growth and development opportunities.

About You:

• Proven experience in a similar role, ideally within high-end or luxury establishments.
• Strong creativity and passion for pastry innovation.
• Excellent leadership and organizational skills.
• A keen eye for detail and a commitment to excellence.

If you're ready to bring your pastry skills to the next level and lead a passionate team, apply now!