Pastry Chef

WSH Group; West of England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering company is seeking an experienced Pastry Chef to prepare a variety of high-quality desserts and baked goods. This role requires collaboration with the kitchen team to create innovative seasonal menus while maintaining hygiene and food safety standards. Successful candidates must demonstrate a passion for pastry, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a school environment. Join us in promoting healthy eating and culinary excellence in school catering.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in pastry, baking, or patisserie roles preferably in a catering environment.
• Passion for pastry with creativity in menu development.
• Attention to detail for high-quality preparation and presentation.
• Understanding of food safety, allergen management, and kitchen hygiene.
• Team player capable of working independently when necessary.
• Professional attitude in a school environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present a variety of desserts and baked goods to high standards.
• Collaborate with the kitchen team on seasonal dessert menus.
• Maintain a hygienic and organized pastry section.
• Support food preparation for school dining and events.
• Adhere to food safety and allergen procedures.
• Cater to individual dietary needs of pupils.

Skills

Culinary Experience

Food Handling

Restaurant Experience

Food Preparation Experience

Kitchen Experience

Hotel Experience

Cake Decorating

Cooking

Baking

Sanitation

Knife Skills

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and present a range of freshly made desserts, cakes and baked goods to a consistently high standard
• Collaborate with the Head Chef and wider kitchen team to create innovative seasonal dessert menus
• Maintain an organised and hygienic pastry section ensuring all daily tasks are completed to specification
• Support with food preparation and production for both core school dining and hospitality events
• Follow all food safety hygiene and allergen management procedures with diligence and care
• Cater thoughtfully to pupils' individual dietary needs including allergens and specific requirements
• Champion the schools healthy eating ethos contributing positively to food education and pupil wellbeing

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in a Pastry Chef, Baker or patisserie role ideally within a contract catering environment, hotel or high‑end food service setting
• A genuine passion for pastry with a flair for creativity and innovation in menu development
• Exceptional attention to detail ensuring precision in preparation and excellence in presentation
• A strong understanding of food safety, allergen management and best practices in kitchen hygiene
• A proactive and collaborative team player with the ability to work independently when required
• Confident and professional when working in a school environment with an understanding of the needs of young people

Additional Information

We pride ourselves on :

People first
Were a company of individuals united in doing our best for our clients.

Great food always

Using only the best ingredients our food is fresh authentic and tailored to each school age group and specific needs and preferences.

Food education

We educate pupils through food encouraging them to understand and develop their own personal tastes and make informed food choices.

Respect in everything we do

Our respectful codes of conduct inform how we behave towards our clients and customers suppliers and business partners and each other.

Fresh thinking

New ideas for food service and ways of working help us maintain our position as creative leaders in school catering.

In order to be considered for this role you must be able to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK.

Holroyd Howe is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all employees to share this commitment. All roles within Holroyd Howe involve regulated activity. It is a criminal offence for individuals barred from working with children to apply for such roles. An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check including a Barred List check will be required for all successful applicants. Shortlisted applicants will be asked to provide information about relevant criminal offences and will be subject to an online search of publicly available information. This search helps identify any issues that may affect suitability to work with children.

This appointment is offered on the return of satisfactory professional references.

Key Skills

• Culinary Experience
• Food Handling
• Restaurant Experience
• Food Preparation Experience
• Kitchen Experience
• Hotel Experience
• Taleo
• Cake Decorating
• Cooking
• Baking
• Sanitation
• Knife Skills

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1

Remote Work: No

Employment Type: Full-time