Lead Pastry Chef - Desserts, Team & Quality

ASVA; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Trust for Scotland in Glasgow's Mackintosh Tearooms seeks a Pastry Chef to supervise the pastry department, support the Head Chef, and uphold high standards of quality and hygiene. You will oversee staff, assist with menu prep, and manage stock within HACCP guidelines.

Working across tea rooms, private dining and event spaces, you will create, prepare and deliver desserts to the highest standard, leading pastry assistants to run an efficient kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Supervise pastry team
• Ensure standards in production and preparation
• Attend to customer complaints and requests
• Support pastry team and report to Head Chef
• Ensure dishes meet required specifications
• Monitor quality and quantity of food
• Manage HACCP as required
• Prepare cakes, scones and other pastries
• Ensure attractive, high-quality presentation
• Monitor stock of baking ingredients and place orders within budget
• Guide and motivate pastry staff to work efficiently
• Support recruitment and training

Job description

The National Trust for Scotland in Glasgow's Mackintosh Tearooms seeks a Pastry Chef to supervise the pastry department, support the Head Chef, and uphold high standards of quality and hygiene. You will oversee staff, assist with menu prep, and manage stock within HACCP guidelines.

Working across tea rooms, private dining and event spaces, you will create, prepare and deliver desserts to the highest standard, leading pastry assistants to run an efficient kitchen.