Pastry Chef

Talent Finder; Fenstanton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A local independent business in Eddington seeks a creative Pastry Chef to craft delectable desserts and lead their innovative kitchen team. This role offers an exciting environment to develop diverse menus inspired by global cuisines. With a salary ranging from £30,000 to £31,000 depending on experience, you will enjoy 32 days of holiday annually. If you have strong pastry techniques and time-management skills, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

32 days holiday per year

Opportunities for advancement

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Pastry Chef with a strong portfolio.
• Strong knowledge of pastry techniques and baking methods.
• Excellent time-management skills in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and create diverse high-quality pastries and desserts.
• Collaborate with the culinary team to plan pastry menus.
• Ensure consistent quality and hygiene in the kitchen.
• Manage ingredient inventory and place orders.

Skills

Pastry techniques

Baking methods

Time-management skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Job description

Pastry Chef | Eddington, Cambridge | 37.5 to 45 hours per week (maximum) | 5 days per week with 2 days off | £30,000-£31,000 upwards depending on experience

Are you a creative and skilled Pastry Chef with a flair for crafting delectable desserts?

Then look no further!

You will be an experienced and innovative Pastry Chef, excited to get stuck into this new opportunity.

Our client is a local, independent business that aims to provide a daily brunch menu and a weekly Sunday roast. However, for their main menus, they seek to create a more dynamic and engaging experience. Situated in the multicultural hub of Eddington in Cambridge, the team strives to cater to everyone's tastes.

Their approach involves monthly or seasonal menus inspired by diverse styles such as Classic French, Mexican, Indian, tapas, pizza nights, Japanese, and other Far East options. Additionally, the team plans occasional fine dining set sit-down menus, 6-course tasting nights, and unique experiences like a one-day fish education dining event.

This new restaurant is set to open in March, and you will play a pivotal role in crafting its identity, shaping a varied menu, and leading a dynamic kitchen team.

You will enjoy working in a fantastic open kitchen setting, where no two days are the same and your culinary creativity can flow!

Are you the right person for the job?

• Proven experience as a Pastry Chef or in a similar role, with a strong portfolio showcasing your pastry creations
• Strong knowledge of pastry techniques, and baking methods
• Excellent time-management skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high standards of quality
• Effective communication and teamwork skills

What will your role look like?

• Develop and create a diverse range of high-quality pastries, desserts, and baked goods
• Collaborate with the culinary team to plan and design pastry menus
• Ensure consistent taste, presentation, and quality of all pastries by maintaining high standards of hygiene, safety, and cleanliness in the kitchen
• Efficiently manage ingredient inventory, place orders, and monitor stock levels to avoid shortages or wastage

What can Dulcedo Social give to you?

• 32 days holiday per year in total
• As the company grows, there will be opportunities to move upwards within it

What’s next? It’s easy! Click “APPLY” now! We can’t wait to hear from you!

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