Pastry Chef. Job in Cambridge Education & Training Jobs

Platinum Recruitment Consultancy; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a skilled Pastry Chef to join a prestigious college in Cambridge. You will prepare delicious pastries for a large number of students and guests, assist in formal events, and work in a supportive team environment. The ideal candidate has prior experience in banqueting or fine dining and strong attention to detail. This full-time, permanent role offers a competitive salary and various benefits including paid overtime and bonuses.

Benefits

Paid overtime opportunities

Annual bonus

Defined contribution pension scheme

Medicash membership

Free meals on duty

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Experience in a banqueting, hotel, or fine dining environment.
• Good understanding of allergen compliance.

Responsibilities

• Preparing high-quality pastries for students, staff, and guests.
• Supporting formal events like college banquets and special functions.
• Maintaining food hygiene and safety standards.
• Assisting with menu development for seasonal options.
• Collaborating with the Head Chef for first-class service.

Skills

Previous experience as a Pastry Chef

A passion for pastry

Strong eye for detail and presentation

Strong communication skills

Flexibility to work shifts

Education

Food hygiene qualifications

Job description

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.