Pastry Chef

Hollybank Trustees Ltd; Little Island; On-site; EUR 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Hollybank Trustees Ltd in Killacloyne, Co. Cork, is seeking an experienced Pastry Chef to join our growing bakery team.

This hands-on role requires pride in artisan baking and a keen eye for detail as you maintain our current range and help shape future products. You will work closely with the Head Baker and management to develop new pastries and seasonal menus, ensure HACCP compliance and high standards of quality, presentation and flavour, and mentor junior team members in a calm,

Qualifications

• Minimum three years in an artisan bakery or professional pastry kitchen.
• Experience in laminated pastries to high standard.
• Strong dough handling, fermentation, proofing, and baking skills.
• Experience with croissants, Danish pastries, focaccia, brioche, bagels, and soda bread.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Attention to detail and craftsmanship.
• Ability to work under pressure while maintaining quality.
• Experience mentoring junior team members.
• Seasonal ingredients awareness.

Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality laminated pastries including croissants, pain au chocolat, Danish pastries and seasonal specials.
• Prepare and bake our range of artisan breads including focaccia, brioche, bagels and traditional brown soda bread to the highest standards.
• Oversee dough production, fermentation, proofing and baking schedules to ensure consistency every day.
• Maintain exceptional standards of product quality, presentation and flavour.
• Develop and introduce new bakery and pastry products that celebrate seasonal ingredients and complement our existing range.
• Keep up to date with emerging bakery and pastry trends, bringing fresh ideas and innovation to the business.
• Work alongside the Head Baker and management team to develop new products and seasonal menus.
• Ensure all food safety, HACCP and hygiene standards are consistently achieved.
• Manage ingredients, stock rotation and production planning to minimise waste.
• Support, mentor and encourage junior members of the bakery team.
• Maintain a clean, organised and efficient bakery environment.

Skills

Artisan bakery

Laminated pastries

Dough handling

Croissants & pastries

Time management

Attention to detail

Team mentoring

Seasonal ingredients

Job description

Location: On site / Killacloyne, Co. Cork, T45 X880, Ireland
job type: Permanent / Full-time
Sector and subsector: Hospitality | Chefs
Salary: Negotiable salary

Pastry Chef

We are looking for an experienced, passionate and skilled Pastry Chef to join our growing bakery team.

This is a hands-on role for someone who takes genuine pride in artisan baking and pastry, with exceptional attention to detail and a passion for producing consistently outstanding products. You will play a key role in maintaining our existing range while helping shape the future direction of our bakery through creativity, innovation and a commitment to quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality laminated pastries including croissants, pain au chocolat, Danish pastries and seasonal specials.
• Prepare and bake our range of artisan breads including focaccia, brioche, bagels and traditional brown soda bread to the highest standards.
• Oversee dough production, fermentation, proofing and baking schedules to ensure consistency every day.
• Maintain exceptional standards of product quality, presentation and flavour.
• Develop and introduce new bakery and pastry products that celebrate seasonal ingredients and complement our existing range.
• Keep up to date with emerging bakery and pastry trends, bringing fresh ideas and innovation to the business.
• Work alongside the Head Baker and management team to develop new products and seasonal menus.
• Ensure all food safety, HACCP and hygiene standards are consistently achieved.
• Manage ingredients, stock rotation and production planning to minimise waste.
• Support, mentor and encourage junior members of the bakery team.
• Maintain a clean, organised and efficient bakery environment.

Skills & Experience

• A minimum of three years' experience in an artisan bakery or professional pastry kitchen.
• Strong experience producing laminated pastries to a consistently high standard.
• Excellent understanding of dough handling, fermentation, proofing and baking techniques.
• Proven experience producing croissants, Danish pastries, focaccia, brioche, bagels and soda bread.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• High attention to detail and pride in craftsmanship.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining quality.
• A positive, reliable and collaborative approach to work.
• Experience developing new bakery and pastry products.
• Previous experience supervising or mentoring junior team members.
• A strong understanding of seasonal ingredients and how they can be incorporated into bakery products.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who genuinely loves artisan baking and pastry.

You should be someone with your finger on the pulse of the bakery industry—aware of emerging trends, evolving techniques and changing customer tastes and excited to bring new ideas to the table.

We're looking for someone who:

• Has a passion for seasonality and working with quality local ingredients.
• Is creative while respecting traditional baking methods.
• Takes ownership of their work and continually looks for ways to improve.
• Cares deeply about consistency, craftsmanship and attention to detail.
• Enjoys working as part of a supportive, ambitious team.
• Takes pride in producing products that customers come back for.

Working Style

The successful candidate will be:

• Self-motivated and proactive.
• Highly organised.
• Calm under pressure.
• Flexible and adaptable.
• Committed to continuous learning and professional development.
• Someone who sets high standards for themselves and those around them.

We're committed to producing beautiful pastries and breads made with care, embracing seasonality where possible, supporting local producers and continually evolving our range to offer customers something exciting, while never compromising on quality.