Pastry Chef - The British Museum

benugo; Greater London; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free lunch on shift

Endless tea and coffee on shift

50% discount on food and soft drinks

Competitive rate

Life Assurance

Career development

Job summary

Benugo is seeking an experienced Pastry Chef to join The British Museum hospitality team in London. You will lead pastry operations, manage daily tasks, and ensure top-quality desserts and pastries are produced for high-profile events and an iconic venue.

We offer a competitive hourly rate up to £17.00, full-time permanent contracts, and a vibrant environment within a world-renowned cultural destination. Join a team dedicated to exceptional food and guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Pastry Chef or in a similar kitchen role.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene and sanitation.
• Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
• Passion for fresh, seasonal ingredients and high-quality presentation.
• Commitment to maintaining high food quality and safety standards.
• Excellent communication and teamwork across kitchen teams.
• Flexible, proactive, and adaptable approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Food preparation, stock rotation and food labelling.
• Lead daily pastry operations, taking on a management role to support the Head Pastry chef.
• Ensuring high levels of Food and Health & Safety are maintained at all time.
• Work with the Pastry Team on a daily basis to develop recipes and deliver quality product.

Skills

Pastry Chef experience

Food safety

High-pressure environment

Attention to detail

Seasonal ingredients

Quality standards

Communication

Adaptable

Job description

• Salaried Working Pattern: Full-time 5 Days Out of 7

Company Description

When we founded Benugo 28 years ago we had a vision of not just creating superb, natural food but of giving London something that was a real experience.

This vision is still true today. The Benugo brand stretches from our own award-winning high street stores to cafes and restaurants within some of the world’s best loved public spaces and visitor attraction.

Find out more about us at www.benugo.com

Job Description

We’re on the lookout for a passionate and experiencedPastry Chefwith immediate availability to join our vibrant team at one of the most iconic cultural destinations in the world —The British Museum.

Our cafés serve freshly brewed coffee, delicious sandwiches, vibrant salads, and indulgent cakes — all crafted with care and quality. As part of the Benugofamily, we’re committed to creating memorable experiences for every guest, just as unforgettable as the museum’s treasures like the Rosetta Stone.

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a dynamic kitchen delivering high-quality hospitality, events, and fine dining experiences in a corporate setting.

We Offer:

Rate: Up to £17.00 per hour

Contract: Full time / Permanent

About the Pastry Chef role:

• Food preparation, stock rotation and food labelling


• Lead daily pastry operations, taking on a management role to support the Head Pastry chef.


• Ensuring high levels of Food and Health & Safety are maintained at all time


• Work with the Pastry Team on a daily basis to developrecipes and deliver quality product

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Pastry Chefor in a similar kitchen role.


• Excellent understanding of food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards.


• Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.


• Exceptional attention to detail with strong organisational skills.


• Passion for fresh, seasonal ingredients and high-quality food presentation.


• Strong commitment to maintaining high food quality and safety standards.


• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across kitchen teams.


• Flexible, proactive, and adaptable approach to work.

Additional Information

Benugo has built a culture of inclusivity & progression for all employees. Not only have we retained our family-feel culture, but we also offer a range of benefits including:

• Free lunch on shift


• Endless tea and coffee on shift


• 50% discount on food and soft drinks in all our locations, plus free tea & coffee on your days off too!


• Competitive rate


• Life Assurance


• Opportunity to develop and further your career within a fast growing an exciting company with a very prestigious list of clients


• Employee discounts at several retailers (via Hapi app) & fitness providers


• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme & our trained Mental Health First Aiders