Head Pastry Chef (4 days a week)

Ethical Workforce; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading culinary recruitment agency seeks a Head Pastry Chef for a role in London. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing and producing a broad range of pastry products while overseeing day-to-day operations and ensuring quality control. Strong culinary skills, supervisory experience, and knowledge of food safety regulations are essential. This position offers an excellent opportunity to lead a team and contribute creatively to the menu.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to create a variety of pastries and desserts.
• Experience in supervising kitchen staff and maintaining quality standards.
• Knowledge of food health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and produce a wide range of pastries and desserts.
• Supervise and mentor junior pastry chefs.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations.

Skills

Pastry creation

Quality control

Team mentoring

Food safety compliance

Job description

We are recruiting a Head Pastry chef for our client in London.

Key Responsibilities

• Pastry Production & Menu Creation:

Design, develop, and produce a wide range of pastries, desserts, and baked goods.

Supervise, train, and mentor junior pastry chefs and other kitchen staff, ensuring they meet quality standards and follow procedures.

Oversee the day-to-day operations of the pastry section, maintaining equipment, managing stock, and minimizing food waste.

• Quality Control:

Ensure the exceptional quality of all pastry products and maintain strict standards for food safety, hygiene, and allergen handling.

Assist the Head Chef with menu planning, costing, and contributing to the overall financial and creative goals of the kitchen.

• Operational Compliance:

Ensure all work is conducted in compliance with food health and safety regulations, and the company's policies and procedures.

• Culinary Expertise:
• A proven ability to create a variety of pastries and desserts, from classic to contempo...