Pastry Assistant (Mince Pie)

PAUL RHODES BAKERY LTD; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,818,000 - 38,573,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cycle-to-work scheme

Company pension

Free or discounted food

Referral bonus

Job summary

Paul Rhodes Bakery Ltd is hiring multiple Pastry Assistants for a 2-month contract to help produce mince pies for the festive season. You will work in a dynamic, collaborative kitchen, ensuring on-time delivery and top quality.

No baking experience is required, though prior kitchen or food production work is a plus. You will operate electric bread ovens, follow food safety guidelines, and manage high-volume production in a friendly shop.

Qualifications

• No baking experience needed, though helpful to have some
• Previous experience in a professional kitchen or food production environment
• Comfortable operating electric bread ovens
• Knowledge of food safety, health and hygiene regulations
• Ability to multitask and manage high-volume production

Responsibilities

• Create festive mince pies ahead of the Christmas rush
• Ensure pies meet quality standards and daily orders
• Handle large production volumes in a fast-paced setting
• Maintain a clean, organized workspace and sanitize equipment

Skills

No baking experience needed

Professional kitchen experience

Ovens operation

Food safety knowledge

High-volume production management

Job description

Company About Us

Founded by former Michelin-starred chef Paul Rhodes in 2003, Paul Rhodes Bakery has built a strong reputation as the go-to supplier of quality handcrafted sourdoughs, cakes and pastries in the capital. Paul’s ambition when he started the bakery was simple: to provide London’s busy chefs with the best handcrafted bread, made from the finest ingredients possible and traditional techniques.

Today, as the bakery heads towards twenty-five years in business, the goal remains the same and this ambition underpins everything we do. We have both a wholesale business supplying some of London’s top restaurants, hotels, cafés, and entertainment venues, as well as our local retail bakery shop which is based a ten-minute walk up the road, in Greenwich Market.

As we continue to grow, we are looking for talented individuals to join our team and contribute to our success. At Paul Rhodes Bakery, we believe in nurturing talent. By joining our company, you’ll have the chance to work with experienced professionals, learn valuable skills, and be part of a friendly, supportive environment.

Company About Us

Founded by former Michelin-starred chef Paul Rhodes in 2003, Paul Rhodes Bakery has built a strong reputation as the go-to supplier of quality handcrafted sourdoughs, cakes and pastries in the capital. Paul’s ambition when he started the bakery was simple: to provide London’s busy chefs with the best handcrafted bread, made from the finest ingredients possible and traditional techniques.

Today, as the bakery heads towards twenty-five years in business, the goal remains the same and this ambition underpins everything we do. We have both a wholesale business supplying some of London’s top restaurants, hotels, cafés, and entertainment venues, as well as our local retail bakery shop which is based a ten-minute walk up the road, in Greenwich Market.

As we continue to grow, we are looking for talented individuals to join our team and contribute to our success. At Paul Rhodes Bakery, we believe in nurturing talent. By joining our company, you’ll have the chance to work with experienced professionals, learn valuable skills, and be part of a friendly, supportive environment.

Job Overview

We are hiring multiple Pastry Assistants on a 2-month contract to help create one of the season’s favorites—mince pies! You’ll play a crucial role in ensuring our festive bakes are produced to the highest standard and on time, while working in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Create festive mince pies ahead of the Christmas rush.
• Ensure all pies meet our set quality standards and are produced according to daily orders.
• Handle large production volumes efficiently in a fast-paced setting.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace, ensuring all equipment is sanitized and well-maintained.

Personal Attributes & Skills

• No baking experience needed, would be appreciated if you have one but not compulsory.
• Previous experience working in a professional kitchen or food production environment.
• Comfortable operating electric bread ovens.
• Knowledge of food safety, health, and hygiene regulations.
• Ability to multitask, plan, and manage high-volume production.

Contract Details

• Contract length: 2 months.
• Shifts: 8/9 AM – 5/6 PM, 5 days per week.
• Pay: £12.71 per hour.

Benefits

• Join our fun holiday-themed company events.
• Access to a cycle-to-work scheme and company pension.
• Free or discounted food to enjoy, because every baker deserves a treat!
• £500 referral bonus for successful new hire referrals.

This temporary role is perfect for those looking to add a little festive cheer to their career. If you’re passionate about baking and want to help us deliver delicious holiday treats,

Paul Rhodes is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. As part of this commitment, we strive to provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities to enable them to access the hiring process. For individuals who would like to request accommodation throughout the hiring process, please contact HR at: [e-mail]