Pastry Chef. Job in Cambridge Education & Training Jobs

Platinum Recruitment Consultancy; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Pastry Chef for a prestigious college in Cambridge. This full-time and permanent role involves preparing high-quality pastries for students and staff while supporting formal events. The ideal candidate will have a background in banqueting or fine dining and a passion for pastry. This position offers competitive compensation, paid overtime, and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Paid overtime opportunities

Annual bonus paid in November

Defined contribution pension scheme

Medicash membership for health and wellbeing support

Free meals on duty

On-site parking

Job security

Qualifications

• Experience in banqueting, hotel, or fine dining environment.
• Passion for pastry and creativity in dessert presentation.
• Good understanding of allergen compliance.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality pastries and desserts for around 500.
• Support formal events including college banquets and special functions.
• Maintain excellent food hygiene and safety standards.
• Assist with menu development for seasonal desserts.
• Collaborate with the Head Chef and team.

Skills

Previous experience as a Pastry Chef

Strong eye for detail and presentation

Strong communication skills

Flexibility to work required shifts including weekends

Education

Food hygiene qualifications

Job description

Overview

Pastry Chef - Prestigious College
Location: Cambridge
Salary: 30,500 per annum (depending on experience)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week (rotating early and late shifts, alternate weekends)
Contract: Full-time, Permanent (52 weeks per year)

Platinum Recruitment is proud to be working with one of Cambridge's most prestigious colleges to recruit a skilled and creative Pastry Chef. This is a fantastic opportunity for a chef with a background in banqueting or fine dining who is looking to join a professional, high-performing team in a well-equipped kitchen.

Why apply?

• Competitive salary of 30,500 per annum (dependent on experience)
• Paid overtime opportunities
• Annual bonus paid in November
• Defined contribution pension scheme (after 3 months)
• Medicash membership for health and wellbeing support
• Free meals on duty
• On-site parking
• Full-time, permanent position with job security
• Work with a team of 10-12 chefs in a respected and supportive environment

About the role

• Preparing a variety of high-quality pastries and desserts for around 500 students, staff, and guests
• Supporting formal events including college banquets, high-end dinners, and special functions
• Working on a rotating shift pattern (early/late) with alternate weekends
• Maintaining excellent food hygiene and safety standards at all times
• Assisting with menu development and introducing seasonal dessert options
• Collaborating with the Head Chef and wider team to deliver a first-class food service

What we're looking for

• Previous experience as a Pastry Chef in a banqueting, hotel, or fine dining environment
• A passion for pastry and a strong eye for detail and presentation
• Food hygiene qualifications and a good understanding of allergen compliance
• Strong communication skills and a proactive approach to teamwork
• Flexibility to work required shifts including weekends

Interested? Click Apply Now and a member of our team will be in touch to discuss this Pastry Chef role in Cambridge.

Consultant: Katie Harding
Job Number: (phone number removed) INDCATERERING
Location: Cambridge
Job Role: Pastry Chef

Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.