Pastry Chef: Creative Desserts & Menu Innovation

Aramark

Cork

On-site

EUR 30,000 - 42,000

Full time

5 days ago

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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.