Sous Pastry Chef

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a prestigious culinary team as a Sous Pastry Chef at a renowned venue in London. This role offers the chance to work in a dynamic environment, supporting the Head Chef while leading a talented junior team. You will play a vital role in delivering exceptional quality food for high-end events, ensuring that every detail is attended to. With a history dating back to 1847, this employer provides a unique opportunity to contribute to London's most prestigious events while gaining invaluable insights from experienced colleagues. If you are passionate about culinary excellence and thrive in a fast-paced setting, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Very well organized with the ability to prioritize workload.
• Experience in a high-end culinary environment is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day running of the Pastry section within the kitchen.
• Ensure adherence to all legislative and Government guidelines.
• Oversee food purchasing and monitor staffing levels.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Attention to Detail

Strong Communication Skills

Teamwork

Education

Experience in 5-star Hotel or Michelin Star Restaurant

Job description

As a Sous Pastry Chef, you will be required to work 5 days over 7 and 45 hours per week.

At The Gherkin, you will be required to be adaptable as the venue is diverse and at any time will have multiple events happening across a number of floors. You will be supporting the Head Chef to manage the day-to-day service, whilst leading and mentoring the junior team to deliver high-end events and exceptional quality food.

Salary: Up to £45,000 inclusive of Tronc

Contract Duration: 8 Months

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the day-to-day running of the Pastry section within the kitchen.
• Monitor the standards achieved daily and report any concerns to the Head Chef.
• Liaise with the Operation Manager and, in their absence, the Deputy Operation Manager.
• Ensure adherence to all legislative and Government guidelines, including The Food Safety Act, Health and Safety at Work Act, and COSHH regulations.
• Monitor that all staff present themselves correctly dressed for duty.
• Ensure all services are ready for operation at the specified time, to the standards laid down in the Catering Policy Document.
• Ensure staffing levels reflect the peaks and troughs of business operations and maximize staff utilization.
• Ensure all sundry expenditure is within the agreed budget for the area.
• Oversee food purchasing.
• Ensure all personnel procedures are followed in accordance with Investors in People standards.
• Address any legal requirements.
• Complete any other reasonable requests from Senior Management.

Qualifications:

• Very well organized with the ability to prioritize workload.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Excellent standards.
• Experience in working in a 5-star hotel or Michelin star restaurant is desirable.
• 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 Searcys means you are part of something special; we are an employer with a rich history and an established reputation that will provide you with an enormous sense of pride and belonging.

To find out more about the rich history of Searcys, please visit our website at www.searcys.co.uk.