Pastry Chef De Partie – London,

Searcys; Greater London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% discount across Searcys venues

Enrolment into the Searcys pension

Up to 33days annual leave

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave

Meals provided on shift

Birthday day off

Employee assistance program

Chef whites and shoes provided

WSH Group Chef Academy

Birthday off to celebrate in style

Job summary

Searcys is seeking a Pastry Chef De Partie in London to join Stationers’ Hall’s team. You will support the Head Chef, lead and mentor junior staff, and deliver high-end pastry for a range of events from fine dining to large corporate functions.

The role offers a 0-hour contract/variable schedule with a shift rate of £18 per hour, mostly Monday to Friday, and access to a range of benefits including pensions, annual leave, and staff discounts.

Qualifications

• Very well organised and ability to prioritise work load.
• Ability to work under pressure and maintain standards.
• Excellent standards and attention to detail.
• Experience in a 5 star hotel or Michelin-star restaurant desirable.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Sole responsibility of all desserts and pastry for all events.
• Ensure food remains of highest quality and consistency across events.
• Manage food and produce ordering with wastage, stock and cost records.
• Collaborate with Head Chef on menu development and costing, keeping trends up to date.
• Assist other sections when necessary.

Skills

Organization

Prioritisation

Teamwork

Working under pressure

Attention to detail

Communication

Job description

Pastry Chef De Partie – London,

Company Description

Searcys are looking for a Pastry Chef to Join the team at Stationers’ Hall.

As a Pastry Chef in this venue, you will get a chance to create the finest quality of dishes and deliver exceptional culinary experiences for our guests. You will have a structured team, that you will work closely with to create high end, tailored events from bespoke fine dining dinners to large scale corporate parties and outdoor events.

Stationers’ Hall is a Grade I listed building, close to St Paul’s Cathedral. It is one of the few ancient Livery Halls remaining in the City of London. Completed in 1673 after the Great Fire of London, the Hall’s suite of magnificent, inter-linking rooms as well as the secluded garden, make it one of the most sought after venues in the City for corporate events and Private Functions.

As a Pastry Chef you will benefit from the following:

• 50% discount across Searcys venues
• Enrolment into the Searcys pension scheme
• Up to 33days annual leave (dependent on job role)
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Access to everyday discounts and communication portal
• Employee assistance program and qualified Mental Health First Aiders
• Monthly Chef wellbeing and supplier trips
• Chef whites and shoes provided
• Opportunity to enrol into the WSH Group Chef Academy
• Meals are provided on shift when working within one of our venues
• Your birthday off to celebrate in style
• A day off to volunteer/give back to the charity of your choice
• A wide selection of Searcys Ibelong Events

Job Description

AtStationers’ Hall , you will be required to be adaptable as the venue is diverse and at any time will have multiple events happening across a number of floors. You will be supporting the Head Chef to manage the day to day service, whilst leading and mentoring the junior team to deliver high end events and exceptional quality food.

0-hour contract/variable – £18 per hour on shift system

Mostly Monday to Friday

Key Responsibilities

• To have sole responsibility of all desserts and pastry for all events.
• To ensure the food remains to the highest quality and consistency across all events.
• To manage food and produce ordering by keeping a record of wastage, stock holding and any food cost concerns.
• To work with the HeadChef with the development and costing of menus, ensuring we are keeping up to date with the latest trends.
• To assist the other sections where necessary

Qualifications

• Very well organised and ability to prioritise work load
• Ability to work under pressure
• Excellent standards
• Experience in working in a 5 star hotel or Michelin star restaurant is desirable
• Able to work effectively as part of a team
• Attention to detail
• Strong communication skills

Additional Information

We are the oldest caterer in the UK, having been founded in 1847, working with us will give you an opportunity to be part of some of London’s most prestigious events, gaining insights and mentoring from skilled and experienced colleagues, as well as getting a chance to be part of a storied legacy in the hospitality industry.

A career at Searcys means you are part of something special, we are an employer with a rich history, and an established reputation which will provide you with an enormous sense of pride and belonging.

To find out more on the rich history of Searcys, please visit our website at www.searcys.co.uk