Pastry Chef

Fallon & Byrne; Dublin; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A premier food destination in Dublin is seeking a dedicated Pastry Chef to support the talented team. Responsibilities include preparing and baking various pastries and ensuring compliance with food safety standards. The ideal candidate has 1-year experience, a great customer service attitude, and a passion for culinary excellence. Join an inspiring team and enjoy perks such as professional development and generous meal discounts.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Generous discounts on purchases

Subsidised meals on shift

Company events and social gatherings

Qualifications

• 1 year experience in a similar role desirable.
• HACCP certification is a bonus.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and bake pastries, cakes, tarts, breads, and other desserts.
• Develop and test recipes, ensuring consistency and flavour balance.
• Ensure compliance with HACCP, food safety, and health & safety standards.

Skills

Customer service

Recipe development

Attention to detail

Food safety standards knowledge

Job description

Fallon & Byrne is Dublin’s premier food destination and home to our bustling Foodhall, The Wine Cellar, The Dining Room and The Exchange. Fallon & Byrne is renowned for its dedication to quality, exceptional customer experiences and building community through food. With over 160 employees, we are committed to fostering a supportive and vibrant workplace culture that reflects our values of excellence, empathy, innovation, integrity and authenticity.

We are currently seeking a dedicated Pastry Chef to support our talented Pastry team.

**Please note that this is temporary seasonal role until end of December 2025**

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and bake pastries, cakes, tarts, breads, and other desserts.
• Develop and test recipes, ensuring consistency and flavour balance.
• Decorate and finish pastries and desserts using techniques like glazing, icing, piping, and tempering chocolate.
• Ensure compliance with HACCP, food safety, and health & safety standards.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and efficient pastry kitchen.
• As well as other duties which may be assigned from time to time.

The Person

• 1 year experience in a similar role desirable
• Understands food safety and hygiene standards (HACCP certification is a bonus)
• Outgoing, cheerful, friendly personality
• A passion for great customer service
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Embodies our values of excellence, empathy, integrity, innovation and authenticity
• Innovative in your approach to your role and not afraid to think outside the box
• Empathetic leader, with the ability to inspire others
• High attention to detail, same as a high standard of integrity, with sound judgement and a commitment to excellence

Working with Fallon & Byrne

At Fallon & Byrne we are committed to surpassing our customers expectations. By joining our team, you will be part of a supportive and inspiring environment designed to help you achieve your best work. We offer abundant opportunities and the support needed to build an exceptional career across our diverse business specialisms.

What we offer

In return for your dedication, you will receive:

• The opportunity to work with a growing organisation with a growth mindset and a strong, dynamic leadership team
• The ability to move and grow within the business as it grows
• Opportunities for professional development
• A fun working environment with a great team around you
• Wellness programme
• Generous discounts on purchases in The Dining Room, Wine Cellar and Food Hall
• Subsidised meals on shift
• Company events and social gatherings

Fallon & Byrne is an equal opportunities employer. We believe that the values of our people set us apart. We celebrate diversity, champion equality and promote inclusion in our approach to everything we do. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, cultures, tastes and experiences. Your individuality is our strength.