Head Pastry Chef | Lead Dessert Program & Menu Innovation

Pig and Butcher Islington; London Borough of Islington; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% Food & Drink Discount

Cycle to work scheme

Technology scheme

Job summary

Pig and Butcher Islington is seeking a talented Head Pastry Chef to lead our pastry section within a busy kitchen, delivering dessert creations that elevate our rustic, country-style menu. You will be confident running your own station and developing new desserts for the menu.

You will pitch dishes to the menu, train and motivate the pastry team, and work closely with the Head Chef to maintain high health and safety standards while delivering exceptional patisserie.

Qualifications

• Ambitious Pastry Chef with at least 2 years experience cooking to a 3 AA Rosette standard.
• Pro-active and proud approach to running a section; able to lead and motivate a pastry team.
• Good communication and a solid understanding of Health and Safety in a professional kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the pastry section to high standards.
• Develop new pastry recipes and pitch them to the menu.
• Collaborate with Head Chef and kitchen team to ensure quality and safety.

Skills

Pastry chef

Health & Safety

Team leadership

Communication

Job description

Pig and Butcher Islington is seeking a talented Head Pastry Chef to lead our pastry section within a busy kitchen, delivering dessert creations that elevate our rustic, country-style menu. You will be confident running your own station and developing new desserts for the menu.

You will pitch dishes to the menu, train and motivate the pastry team, and work closely with the Head Chef to maintain high health and safety standards while delivering exceptional patisserie.