Pastry Chef — Fine-Dining Desserts, Career Growth

Ivy Restaurants Ltd; Topsham; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Management career development program

Extra holiday days after 5 years

Staff discount 50%

Gift voucher for dining

Retail discounts

Minimum 20 hours contract

Job summary

The Ivy Collection in Topsham is seeking a Pastry Chef to prepare and assemble a range of desserts and afternoon teas. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, detail-oriented, with a passion for pastry and a desire to develop their skills.

This role balances detailed dish execution with the demands of a busy kitchen, offering opportunities to grow within a renowned fine dining brand.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Pastry Chef or similar role in a professional kitchen environment.
• 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

Pastry chef experience

Culinary skills

Pressure tolerance

Job description

The Ivy Collection in Topsham is seeking a Pastry Chef to prepare and assemble a range of desserts and afternoon teas. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, detail-oriented, with a passion for pastry and a desire to develop their skills.

This role balances detailed dish execution with the demands of a busy kitchen, offering opportunities to grow within a renowned fine dining brand.