Junior Pastry Chef: Creative Growth & Training Path

WSH Group; City Of London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bespoke training and development

Apprenticeships opportunities for all

Pension and life insurance

Perkbox discounts (high street, cinema

Employee assistance programme

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

BaxterStorey is hiring a Commis Chef to join our kitchen team and contribute to food preparation, cooking and station management in a fast-paced environment.

You will work under the head chef to maintain high standards, support menu development, and ensure consistent quality and food safety across dishes. We value creativity, collaboration and career growth within our hospitality culture.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working as a Commis Chef or similar role.
• Knowledge of various cooking techniques and cuisines.
• Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities
• Works according to BaxterStorey core values

Responsibilities

• Food Preparation – prepare and cook dishes according to the recipes and standards set by the head chef; ensuring food safety standards are adhered to at all time.
• Station Management – oversee the production of all dishes assigned to your station and upkeep your designated area with supplies and ensuring cleanliness in line with policies and procedures.
• Quality Control – maintain high quality standards for all dishes, ensuring presentation and taste is considered at all times.
• Team Collaboration – communicate positively and effectively with all other team members and assist/support all colleagues where necessary. Coaching of junior chefs to support development.
• Menu Development – collaborate with head chef to develop and taste new recipes, providing suggestions for improvement or innovation.
• Cleaning and Maintenance – maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen including your designated area ensuring equipment is in good working order]
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Skills

Commis Chef experience

Cooking techniques

Food safety

Fast-paced environment

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Job description

BaxterStorey is hiring a Commis Chef to join our kitchen team and contribute to food preparation, cooking and station management in a fast-paced environment.

You will work under the head chef to maintain high standards, support menu development, and ensure consistent quality and food safety across dishes. We value creativity, collaboration and career growth within our hospitality culture.