Pastry Chef – Dessert Artist with Growth Path

Ivy Restaurants Ltd; Belfast City District; Hybrid; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discount

Career development program

Extra holiday days

Retail discounts

Job summary

The Ivy Belfast is seeking a Pastry Chef to create and assemble a range of desserts and afternoon teas in a lively all-day dining kitchen. The right candidate will be enthusiastic, detail-oriented, and passionate about pastry, with a willingness to develop skills.

You will work in a fast-paced environment, collaborate with prep chefs, maintain high standards, and contribute to a welcoming atmosphere in our central City Hall–view brasserie.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Pastry Chef or in a professional kitchen.
• Strong culinary skills with a passion for pastry.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of kitchen equipment, food safety practices, and pastry techniques.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality desserts according to recipes and standards.
• Set up and stock their assigned section with necessary supplies and ingredients.
• Collaborate closely with prep chefs to monitor inventory and ensure correct daily par levels.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of work areas, adhering to food safety.
• Follow instructions from the Senior Management to ensure consistency and quality in every dish.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Skills

Strong culinary skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Teamwork and communication

Job description

The Ivy Belfast is seeking a Pastry Chef to create and assemble a range of desserts and afternoon teas in a lively all-day dining kitchen. The right candidate will be enthusiastic, detail-oriented, and passionate about pastry, with a willingness to develop skills.

You will work in a fast-paced environment, collaborate with prep chefs, maintain high standards, and contribute to a welcoming atmosphere in our central City Hall–view brasserie.