Pastry Chef

Aramark; Cork; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark in Cork, Ireland is seeking an innovative Pastry Chef to join our culinary team. You will create pastries, desserts, and baked goods that delight guests while collaborating with the kitchen to develop creative menu items with high quality, presentation, and food safety.

The ideal candidate has 1–2 years' professional pastry experience, HACCP knowledge, and strong organizational skills. You will manage the pastry station, support menu costing, waste control, and ensure hospitality

Qualifications

• 1–2 years' experience in a professional pastry, bakery, or hospitality kitchen.
• Experience preparing a variety of pastries, desserts, breads, and baked goods.
• Experience working with HACCP procedures and food safety documentation.
• Experience in menu planning, food costing, and waste control is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, bake, and present a range of desserts, pastries, breads, and baked goods.
• Ensure food hygiene and safety in line with HACCP and Health & Safety.
• Assist with pastry menu planning, recipe development, and menu costing.
• Order ingredients and manage stock per purchasing procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness and presentation within the pastry section.
• Support development of innovative desserts and seasonal items.
• Build positive relationships with clients, customers, and colleagues.
• Participate in weekly kitchen health and safety reviews.

Skills

Pastry expertise

Baking skills

Food safety awareness

Time management

Teamwork

Education

Culinary/Pastry/Bakery qualification

Job description

We are seeking an innovative and detail-oriented Pastry Chef to join our culinary team in Cork, Ireland. In this role, you will be responsible for creating exceptional pastries, desserts, and baked goods that delight our guests. You will work collaboratively with our kitchen team to develop creative menu items while maintaining the highest standards of quality, presentation, and food safety. The ideal candidate will bring technical expertise, organizational skills, and a passion for pastry arts to this dynamic position.

• Prepare, bake, and present a range of high-quality desserts, pastries, breads, and baked goods to company and client standards.
• Ensure food hygiene, food safety, and presentation standards are maintained in line with HACCP and Health & Safety legislation.
• Assist with pastry menu planning, recipe development, and menu costing to achieve budgeted gross profit margins while minimizing waste.
• Order ingredients and products in accordance with company purchasing procedures and approved supplier lists.
• Complete and maintain all required Food Safety and Quality documentation accurately and on time.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and personal presentation within the pastry section.
• Manage and organize the pastry section to ensure efficient service and consistent product quality.
• Monitor and record food temperatures where required and ensure compliance with food safety standards.
• Participate in weekly kitchen health and safety reviews with the Chef Manager.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with clients, customers, and colleagues.
• Carry out daily and weekly cleaning schedules to the required standards.
• Support the development of innovative desserts, seasonal menu items, and special event catering.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years' experience in a professional pastry, bakery, or hospitality kitchen.
• Experience preparing a variety of pastries, desserts, breads, and baked goods.
• Experience working with HACCP procedures and food safety documentation.
• Experience in menu planning, food costing, and waste control is desirable.

Key Skills

• Relevant Culinary, Pastry, or Bakery Qualification.
• Strong pastry, baking, and dessert preparation skills.
• Knowledge of HACCP, food safety, and hygiene standards.
• Ability to produce high-quality products with attention to detail.
• Good understanding of food costing and stock control.
• Creativity and passion for developing new dessert concepts.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Professional, courteous, and customer-focused approach.
• High standards of personal hygiene and presentation.

Additional Information

About Aramark
Aramark Ireland is a leader in food, facilities, and workplace services, supporting clients across healthcare, education, business, and the public sector. With over 40 years in Ireland and more than 8,000 colleagues across Ireland and Northern Ireland, we are committed to service excellence, innovation, sustainability, and creating meaningful experiences for our clients, colleagues, and communities.

Aramark is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from all candidates.