86 Baking jobs in the United Kingdom

A fantastic opportunity for an experienced pastry chef to join a prestigious organisation in their fine dining restaurant.

Benefits:

• Complimentary meals in the staff canteen
• Complimentary parking onsite
• 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)
• Hospitality Rewards (discounts at high street retailers, restaurants, leisure & online)
• Membership of the Institute of Hospitality (on passing probation)
• Option to join the UK Healthcare Cash Plan Scheme (on passing probation)
• Gym & Swim at the Fitness Centre at designated times for staff
• Inclusion in the Above and Beyond staff recognition scheme
• Pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Staff Accommodation (upon request & based on availability)

As the Pastry Chef, you will be responsible for:

• Creating an exceptional dining experience for guests / members.
• Working part of a fresh food led kitchen, developing new catering ideas for the pastry team.
• Co-writing all menus with the head chef.
• Coordinating tastings with the kitchen team, providing training where necessary.
• Maintaining high levels of hygiene and health & safety

The successful Pastry Chef, have the following related skills / experience:

• Previous experience working in a pastry kitchen.
• Great eye for detail, passionate in delivering beautiful and tasty food.
• Organised and able to work under pressure.
• Previous fine dining experience is desirable but not essential.

For more information, please contact Sharon Tanner or Chloe Bennett on (phone number removed)

A fantastic opportunity for an experienced pastry chef to join a prestigious organisation in their fine dining restaurant.

Benefits:

• Complimentary meals in the staff canteen
• Complimentary parking onsite
• 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)
• Hospitality Rewards (discounts at high street retailers, restaurants, leisure & online)
• Membership of the Institute of Hospitality (on passing probation)
• Option to join the UK Healthcare Cash Plan Scheme (on passing probation)
• Gym & Swim at the Fitness Centre at designated times for staff
• Inclusion in the Above and Beyond staff recognition scheme
• Pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Staff Accommodation (upon request & based on availability)

As the Pastry Chef, you will be responsible for:

• Creating an exceptional dining experience for guests / members.
• Working part of a fresh food led kitchen, developing new catering ideas for the pastry team.
• Co-writing all menus with the head chef.
• Coordinating tastings with the kitchen team, providing training where necessary.
• Maintaining high levels of hygiene and health & safety

The successful Pastry Chef, have the following related skills / experience:

• Previous experience working in a pastry kitchen.
• Great eye for detail, passionate in delivering beautiful and tasty food.
• Organised and able to work under pressure.
• Previous fine dining experience is desirable but not essential.

For more information, please contact Sharon Tanner or Chloe Bennett on (phone number removed)

Pastry Chef - Prestigious College
Location: Cambridge
Salary: 30,500 per annum (depending on experience)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week (rotating early and late shifts, alternate weekends)
Contract: Full-time, Permanent (52 weeks per year)

Platinum Recruitment is proud to be working with one of Cambridge's most prestigious colleges to recruit a skilled and creative Pastry Chef. This is a fantastic opportunity for a chef with a background in banqueting or fine dining who is looking to join a professional, high-performing team in a well-equipped kitchen.

Why apply?

• Competitive salary of 30,500 per annum (dependent on experience)
• Paid overtime opportunities
• Annual bonus paid in November
• Defined contribution pension scheme (after 3 months)
• Medicash membership for health and wellbeing support
• Free meals on duty
• On-site parking
• Full-time, permanent position with job security
• Work with a team of 10-12 chefs in a respected and supportive environment

About the role:

• Preparing a variety of high-quality pastries and desserts for around 500 students, staff, and guests
• Supporting formal events including college banquets, high-end dinners, and special functions
• Working on a rotating shift pattern (early/late) with alternate weekends
• Maintaining excellent food hygiene and safety standards at all times
• Assisting with menu development and introducing seasonal dessert options
• Collaborating with the Head Chef and wider team to deliver a first-class food service

What we're looking for:

• Previous experience as a Pastry Chef in a banqueting, hotel, or fine dining environment
• A passion for pastry and a strong eye for detail and presentation
• Food hygiene qualifications and a good understanding of allergen compliance
• Strong communication skills and a proactive approach to teamwork
• Flexibility to work required shifts including weekends

Interested?
Click Apply Now and a member of our team will be in touch to discuss this Pastry Chef role in Cambridge.

Consultant: Katie Harding
Job Number: (phone number removed) | INDCATERERING
Location: Cambridge
Job Role: Pastry Chef

Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Pastry Chef

Greater Manchester

AA Rosette Gastro Pub
A talented Pastry Chef is required for this award-winning gastro pub set in a beautiful part of Greater Manchester.
Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and candidates must have the right to work in the UK without visa sponsorship. If you require Sponsorship please do not apply, thank you.
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A fantastic opportunity for an experienced pastry chef to join a prestigious organisation in their fine dining restaurant.

Benefits:

• Complimentary meals in the staff canteen
• Complimentary parking onsite
• 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)
• Hospitality Rewards (discounts at high street retailers, restaurants, leisure & online)
• Membership of the Institute of Hospitality (on passing probation.

Job Description Job Title: Pastry Chef (Chef de Partie level)

Hours of work: Average of 37.5 hours per week.

The kitchen staff work a rota system which includes working evenings and weekends. Because of the nature of the clients activities, some work out of hours may also be necessary. Shifts may change in order to cover business needs.

Department: Hospitality

Responsible to: Head Chef and Senior Past.

• Demonstrate efficient time keeping, presentation, attention to detail and workflow
• Have good pastry knowledge and skills and a willingness to learn and develop
• Have a full understanding of COSHH, health & safety, allergens, temperature records, labelling of fridges and food including blast chilling and maintain the highest standard of cleanliness and up-keep of equipment
• Ensure the mise en place of the kitchen is performed to high standards required at all times
• Maintain the high presentation, correct plating and cooking of food at all times with guidance from Pastry Head and Sous Chef
• Maintain the standards and culture of the team by setting an example to new and existing members of staff and assisting in their training when required
• Ensure daily, weekly and monthly cleaning duties are carried out as instructed by Pastry Head and Sous Chef
• Communicate any issues directly to Pastry Head and Sous Chef
• Maintain effective working relationships with Jamie Oliver Restaurant Group and LWT staff

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• To provide a friendly, courteous and professional service at all times
• Maintain good working relationships with your colleagues and all departments
• To ensure you, as an employee, report for duty punctually, wearing the correct uniform at all times, maintaining the highest standard in hygiene and grooming
• To be flexible and extend job duties to carry out any other reasonable duties and responsibilities within the job capacity as assigned, including redeployment to alternative departments if required, to meet business demands and guest service needs
• Fully understand opening and closing process and how to write and follow a prep list
• Complete understanding and demonstration of recipe knowledge and portion control
• Carry out any other reasonable duty that may be requested by the manager
• To attend meetings and training as and when required

• Fantastic central london location in Covent Garden, very close to transport links
• Free, delicious and nutritious meals on shift
• Generous family package
• Discount on meals in Catherine Street for you and your family
• Opportunity to join a company that will invest heavily in its people and their careers
• Lots of internal and external training and development opportunities
• Regular team socialising events
• Regular educational supplier trips
• Opportunity to take a sabbatical
• 42 hour working week
• And many more details to follow!