Pastry Chef: Lead Dessert Craft & Apprenticeship Path

The Walcot Group Limited; Bath; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25% Discount across the Group

Apprenticeship schemes

50% off on shift menu

On demand well being support

WSET, H&S and FA training

Job summary

The Walcot Group Limited is seeking a Pastry Chef to take ownership of the pastry section within its Bath kitchen brigade. You will plan, prepare, and finish high-quality patisserie, desserts, chocolates and baked goods to exacting standards.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years in fast-paced pastry roles, strong sugar and chocolate technique, and an eye for detail. NVQ 2/3 in cookery or patisserie is preferred. Competitive benefits included.

Qualifications

• Strong grounding in classic and modern pastry techniques.
• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Professional Cookery / Patisserie (or equivalent experience).

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present pastries, desserts, chocolates and confections per recipe specs.
• Contribute ideas to seasonal menu rotations and events with locally sourced ingredients.
• Manage stock, portion control and rotation in pastry kitchen to maximise efficiency.
• Supervise and maintain high standards of presentation, taste and consistency.
• Work with the kitchen brigade and Front of House to ensure smooth service.
• Guide, train and develop junior team members.

Skills

Pastry techniques

Sugar work

Chocolate work

Bread baking

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Collaborative team attitude

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 in Professional Cookery / Patisserie

Job description

The Walcot Group Limited is seeking a Pastry Chef to take ownership of the pastry section within its Bath kitchen brigade. You will plan, prepare, and finish high-quality patisserie, desserts, chocolates and baked goods to exacting standards.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years in fast-paced pastry roles, strong sugar and chocolate technique, and an eye for detail. NVQ 2/3 in cookery or patisserie is preferred. Competitive benefits included.