Pastry Chef

Belle Epoque Patisserie; London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading artisanal bakery in London is seeking a passionate and motivated Pastry Chef to join their team. This full-time position offers the opportunity to prepare a variety of baked goods in a high-quality environment, with a focus on safety and presentation standards. Ideal for those looking to start their culinary career in a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Passion for pastry making.
• Willingness to learn and comply with food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare pastries, including dough, fillings, and baking.
• Monitor food quality and ensure safety compliance.
• Use baking tools and equipment properly.

Job description

Belle Époque Patisserie is composed of two French pastry boutiques based in central London. Belle Époque is regularly touted as one of the best patisseries in London, offering an extensive selection of cakes, chocolates, breads, viennoiseries, tarts, and quiches, all made to high standards.

We are looking for a passionate and motivated Pastry Chef to join our team at Belle Époque Patisserie. The responsibilities include:

1. Preparing pastries, including dough and fillings, proofing, baking, and decorating as appropriate.
2. Reviewing production sheets to understand the variety of baked goods to be produced daily.
3. Preparing and cooking food according to recipes, quality, and presentation standards.
4. Safely and appropriately using baking and measuring tools, equipment, and appliances.
5. Following and ensuring compliance with food safety handling policies and procedures, including personal hygiene.
6. Checking and ensuring correct temperatures of kitchen appliances and food, reporting issues to the Chef.
7. Monitoring the quality of food prepared and portions served.
8. Following all company policies and procedures, including safety and security.

The position is full-time, five days a week, including weekends. All candidates will be required to provide proof of right to work in the UK.

Experience: Not required

Employment: Full-time

Schedule: 07:00 until 17:00

Salary: from £28,000 yearly

About Belle Époque Patisserie:

We have been in business for 20 years. We operate two shops: one in Newington Green N16 9PR and another on Upper Street N1 2UQ. We are an artisanal bakery producing the finest quality baked goods and cakes.