Pastry Sous Chef

TN United Kingdom; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An avant-garde dining destination in Manchester is seeking a dedicated Junior Pastry Sous Chef to oversee the pastry kitchen. This role involves creating exquisite desserts, leading a talented team, and ensuring high standards of quality and presentation. Join a culinary team that values creativity and excellence, and enjoy generous benefits, including discounts and opportunities for progression. Be part of a distinguished establishment committed to delivering unparalleled hospitality and a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Generous dining discounts

Opportunities for progression

28 days holiday

Recommend a friend scheme

Exclusive discounts on various services

Reward programmes and staff recognition

Qualifications

• Experience as a Junior Pastry Sous Chef or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of pastry techniques and dessert presentation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the pastry kitchen.
• Lead and inspire the pastry kitchen team.

Skills

Pastry Techniques

Dessert Presentation

Leadership

Inventory Management

Job description

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Sexy Fish Manchester

Located in the heart of Spinningfields, Sexy Fish Manchester is an avant-garde dining destination celebrated for its opulent decor, innovative cuisine, and electric atmosphere. As a pioneer in the culinary scene, Sexy Fish offers a unique blend of art, fashion, and culinary excellence. Our food is inspired by Asian cuisine, with a focus on Japan – sushi, sashimi, tempura, and robata. The bar is known for offering the world's largest Japanese Whisky Collection and prides itself on unique service standards and cocktail knowledge. With creativity and flair at the front of every cocktail & drink created, the Sexy Fish London team has won the Best International Restaurant Bar at TOTC 2022 and has brought the same excellence to Manchester.

We are currently seeking a dedicated and creative Junior Pastry Sous Chef to join our culinary team. As a Junior Pastry Sous Chef, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the pastry kitchen, ensuring the creation of exquisite desserts, and contributing to the overall excellence of our dining experience. If you have a passion for pastry, strong culinary skills, and leadership capabilities, we invite you to be an integral part of our amazing culinary team.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Oversee the day-to-day operations of the pastry kitchen, maintaining high standards of dessert quality.
2. Lead and inspire the pastry kitchen team, providing guidance and fostering a collaborative work environment.
3. Execute creative and visually appealing desserts, ensuring presentation and taste meet restaurant standards.
4. Monitor inventory levels, order supplies, and manage the freshness of pastry ingredients.
5. Collaborate with the Head Chef to develop new pastry menu items and seasonal specials.
6. Ensure adherence to health and safety regulations in the pastry kitchen.
7. Contribute to maintaining a positive and efficient working environment.

Requirements:

• Previous experience as a Junior Pastry Sous Chef or in a similar role within the culinary industry.
• Strong knowledge of pastry techniques and dessert presentation.
• Exceptional culinary skills and attention to detail in pastry creation.
• Leadership qualities with the ability to motivate and train kitchen staff.
• Familiarity with inventory management and ordering processes.

Benefits:

• Generous discount off your bill (including drinks) when dining in one of our restaurants across the Group.
• Unrivalled opportunities for progression across the Group.
• 28 days holiday, increasing with length of service up to 5 extra days.
• Recommend a friend scheme with great bonuses per individual referral.
• Exclusive access to discounts including money off gym memberships, travel, online shopping, gadgets, and more.
• Reward programmes, long service awards, staff recognition, and incentives.

Join our team and be part of a distinguished establishment committed to delivering unparalleled hospitality.

We promote a working environment where equal opportunity and diversity are recognized, valued, and encouraged.