PASTRY CHEF / CDP - DAY SHIFTS ONLY

Leisure Solutions; Southampton; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Pastry Chef to join their vibrant team in Southampton. This permanent position offers sociable day shifts with no split shifts, allowing for a great work-life balance. You will be responsible for overseeing the patisserie counter, ensuring the highest standards of pastry quality and customer service. With a competitive salary and a range of benefits including staff discounts and free on-site parking, this role is perfect for self-motivated individuals looking to thrive in a dynamic environment. Join a forward-thinking company that values its employees and offers opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Staff discount

Company uniform

Employee Assistance Program

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Strong pastry background required for overseeing the patisserie counter.
• Previous catering and high-volume production experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the highest standard of customer service at all times.
• Support the kitchen team during busy service periods.
• Oversee the patisserie counter with a focus on pastry quality.

Skills

Patisserie

Customer Service

High-Volume Production

Job description

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Pay Range

This range is provided by Leisure Solutions Limited. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — discuss with your recruiter for more details.

Position Details

CHEF DE PARTIE - WELL ESTABLISHED RETAIL BUSINESS - PERMANENT POSITION - SOUTHAMPTON SO18

38-HOUR CONTRACT - DAY SHIFTS ONLY - CIRCA £27,000-£29,500 SALARY + BENEFITS

Leisure Solutions specializes in recruiting Leisure and Hospitality professionals across the UK, working with various businesses to attract suitable candidates.

We are collaborating with an award-winning multi-purpose retail outlet with multiple venues across the South of England, each featuring a large, high-volume on-site restaurant serving breakfast and lunch from 9am to 5pm Monday to Saturday, and 10am to 4pm on Sundays.

The venue offers full breakfast service until 11:30am, followed by hot-food counter service including fresh pizzas, homemade pies, and an on-site carvery.

You will oversee the counter service, mainly the patisserie counter. A strong pastry background is required for this role.

This role offers sociable hours with no split shifts, alternate weekends off, a day off during the week, and only one late night per week.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensuring the highest standard of customer service at all times
• Supporting the kitchen team during busy service periods
• Overseeing the patisserie counter with a focus on pastry quality

Candidate Profile

Ideal candidates are self-motivated, enthusiastic, hardworking, proactive, and energetic, with excellent customer service skills. Previous catering, patisserie, and high-volume production experience is preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive salary up to £29,500 per annum for a 38-hour week
• Staff discount
• Company uniform
• Employee Assistance Program
• Range of company benefits
• Free on-site parking

Applicants should attach an up-to-date CV. We value all applications but will contact only those whose skills and experience closely match our clients' requirements.

Applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK and provide proof of eligibility, in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996. We are prohibited from charging work-seekers for our services under the Employment Agencies Act 1973.