Pastry Chef

Search International Ltd; Watford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established Artisan Bakery near Watford seeks a passionate chef to prepare cakes, pastries, and viennoiserie. The ideal candidate thrives in team settings and demonstrates creativity in cooking. Essential experience includes working with laminated dough and managing kitchen operations. Flexibility to work five days a week is required. This role offers a chance to grow with a dedicated team in a creative environment. CV submissions are encouraged as the bakery seeks talented individuals to enhance their culinary offerings.

Qualifications

• Experience in a professional kitchen environment.
• Expertise with laminated dough, croissants, and Danish pastries.
• Strong time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cakes, pastries, viennoiserie, and patisserie.
• Work alongside an experienced team of chefs.
• Involve in the succession planning within the company.

Skills

Teamwork

Creative cooking

Positive attitude

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

Overview

An exciting new opportunity has come up at a well established Artisan Bakery near Watford. You will be working alongside an experienced team of chefs and your primary role will be in the preparation of the cakes, pastries, viennoiserie and patisserie. The right candidate will not only need to have the experience but the passion and creativity required to progress the business.

We’re looking for someone who has

• The ability to work well with others in a team environment
• A confident and creative cooking style
• A passion for the industry and committed to succession planning within the company
• A friendly, enthusiastic and positive attitude at all times
• Thrives and excels under pressure

Requirements

• Previous experience in a professional kitchen environment
• Experience with laminated dough, croissants and danish pastries essential.
• Good time management
• Ability to work flexible hours 5 days out of 7.
• Demonstrated ability to manage time effectively, delegate tasks and lead junior staff

If you feel you have the right skills for the job, please forward your current CV at your earliest convenience.

Due to the high levels of interest we receive for our roles, we cannot always respond to each application. Therefore if you do not hear back from us within 48 hours , you have not been shortlisted for this role.

Search International Ltd are specialist recruiters within the Food, Drink and FMCG Sector.

We specialise in Permanent and Interim Recruitment for the following core disciplines - Technical & Quality- Research & Development - Production & Operations - Engineering- Supply Chain- Sales & Marketing – Human Resources – Finance – Graduates – Transport & Logistics

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