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Baxterstorey; Manchester; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid overtime

Job summary

Baxter Storey in Manchester City Centre is seeking a Pastry Chef for a fixed-term contract from December 2026 to April 2027. The role is predominantly Monday to Friday, 7.00-15.30, 40 hours weekly with paid overtime, handling all desserts and pastry for client and staff dining.

You will collaborate with a structured team to deliver high-end pastries for bespoke events and corporate functions. The ideal candidate will have a passion for pastry, experience in high-end hospitality, strong

Qualifications

• Very well organised
• Ability to work under pressure
• Excellent standards
• Experience in working in a 5 star hotel or 2 Rosette restaurant
• Able to work effectively as part of a team
• Attention to detail
• Strong communication skills

Responsibilities

• To have sole responsibility of all desserts and pastry for the client floor and the staff dining.
• To ensure the food remains to the highest quality and consistency across all events.
• To manage food and produce ordering by keeping a record of wastage, stock holding and any food cost concerns.
• To work with the HeadChef with the development and costing of menus, ensuring we are keeping up to date with the latest trends.
• To assist the other sections where necessary

Job description

Pastry Chef - December 2026 to April 2027 MONDAY - FRIDAY Fixed Term Contract

Baxter Storey are looking for a Pastry Chef to Join the team in Manchester City Centre on a temporary role between December 2026 and April 2027. This will be a predominantly mid week role 40 hours per week with paid overtime.

As a Pastry Chef in this venue, you will get a chance to create the finest quality of dishes and deliver exceptional culinary experiences for our guests. You will work with a structured team, that you will work closely with to create high end, tailored events from bespoke fine dining dinners to large scale corporate parties and outdoor events.

Job Description

Fixed Term Contract Pastry Chef - December 2026 to April 2027
Monday to Friday (7.00-15.30pm)

Key Responsibilities:

• To have sole responsibility of all desserts and pastry for the client floor and the staff dining.


• To ensure the food remains to the highest quality and consistency across all events.


• To manage food and produce ordering by keeping a record of wastage, stock holding and any food cost concerns.


• To work with the HeadChef with the development and costing of menus, ensuring we are keeping up to date with the latest trends.


• To assist the other sections where necessary

Qualifications

• Very well organised and ability to prioritise work load


• Ability to work under pressure


• Excellent standards


• Experience in working in a 5 star hotel or 2 Rosette restaurant


• Able to work effectively as part of a team


• Attention to detail


• Strong communication skills

Additional Information

We are the oldest caterer in the UK, having been founded in 1847, working with us will give you an opportunity to be part of some of London’s most prestigious events, gaining insights and mentoring from skilled and experienced colleagues, as well as getting a chance to be part of a storied legacy in the hospitality industry.

A career at Baxter Storey means you are part of something special, we are an employer with a rich history, and an established reputation which will provide you with an enormous sense of pride and belonging.

To find out more on the rich history of Baxter Storey please visit our website athttps://baxterstorey.com

Company: Baxterstorey

Salary: £17.50 to £17.50 an hour

Hours: Full-time

Location: Manchester

Job type: Permanent

Posting date: 2 Sept 2026

Closing date: 2 Oct 2026

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