Pastry Assistant: Creative Baker in a Thriving Kitchen

Dover Street Market (International) Limited; City Of London; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discount at DSM

Seasonal sales access

50% on site food & drink

Cycle to work

Employee Assistance Programme

28 days holiday

Job summary

Rose Bakery at Dover Street Market in London is seeking an experienced Pastry Assistant to join our small kitchen team. You will work closely with the Pastry Chef to craft pastries, desserts and baked goods to the highest standard.

Kitchen experience is essential, and a flexible, self-motivated attitude is prized. You will manage your section, maintain cleanliness, and support stock control while upholding top food safety and hygiene.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 year pastry experience required.
• Food Hygiene & Safety Level 2 is desirable but not essential.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Flexible attitude and ability to manage a varied workload.
• Ability to work independently and to be self motivated.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, bake, and present a variety of pastries, desserts, and baked goods to the highest standards
• Work closely with the Pastry Chef to develop and refine recipes, ensuring consistency and creativity in our pastry offerings
• Manage your section efficiently, maintaining a well-organised and clean workspace
• Ensure all pastries and desserts meet our quality and presentation standards before leaving the kitchen
• Assist in stock control, ordering, and minimising food waste
• Maintain excellent food safety and hygiene practices at all times

Skills

Pastry experience

Food safety (Level 2)

Communication skills

Workload management

Self-motivation

Job description

Rose Bakery at Dover Street Market in London is seeking an experienced Pastry Assistant to join our small kitchen team. You will work closely with the Pastry Chef to craft pastries, desserts and baked goods to the highest standard.

Kitchen experience is essential, and a flexible, self-motivated attitude is prized. You will manage your section, maintain cleanliness, and support stock control while upholding top food safety and hygiene.