Head Pastry Chef

We are seeking a talented and passionate Pastry/Bakery Chef to join our team at our new café located in the heart of London. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in food production and hygiene (minimum Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate), with a flair for creating exceptional pastries, viennoiserie, and artisanal sourdough breads and baguettes.

Duties:

• Prepare a variety of sourdough breads (especially baguettes), viennoiserie (e.g., croissants in various styles, pain au chocolat, pain aux raisins, chausson aux pommes, brioche, oranais, kanelbulle).
• Ensure all food production meets quality and presentation standards.
• Maintain a clean and organised kitchen environment, adhering to food safety regulations.
• Assist in the development of new pastry recipes and menu items.
• Collaborate with other kitchen staff to ensure efficient workflow during busy service periods.
• Monitor inventory levels of baking supplies and assist with ordering as necessary.
• Conduct regular cleaning of kitchen equipment and work areas to maintain hygiene standards.

Skills:

• Proficient in food preparation techniques, particularly in baking and pastry creation.
• Strong understanding of culinary principles, with experience working in a restaurant or similar kitchen environment.
• Knowledge of food safety practices and regulations to ensure compliance in food production.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure while maintaining attention to detail.
• Excellent organisational skills with the capability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• A creative flair for developing new dessert concepts that appeal to customers' tastes.

Requirements:

• Experience: 3–5 years in a similar role (e.g., head bakery chef, pastry chef, demi pastry chef).
• Technical Skills: Proficient in a wide range of pastry and viennoiserie techniques and sourdough bread preparation.
• Creativity: Strong passion for pastry with a desire to innovate.
• Detail-Oriented: High attention to detail in both preparation and presentation.
• Team Player: Able to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Flexibility: Available to work 40–45 hours per week over 5 days, with varied shift times.
• Location: Must be able to commute easily to Liverpool Street and Bank stations.
• Language: English or Turkish or Russian is essential.
• Residency: Must already be based in the UK with a valid work permit.
• Food Safety: Strong knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices (Level 2 certificate minimum).
• Education: Culinary qualifications are an advantage but not required.

How to Apply:

If you are a skilled and experienced Bakery/Pastry Chef with a passion for crafting exceptional pastries and baked goods, we would love to hear from you! Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you'd be a great fit for our team.

Job Types: Full-time, Freelance.

Pay: £14.00-£17.00 per hour.

Additional pay: Performance bonus, Yearly bonus.

Benefits: Casual dress, Company pension, Discounted or free food, Employee discount, Sick pay, Store discount.

Schedule: Monday to Friday.

Application question(s): Do you have experience in preparation of pastries, viennoiserie (e.g., croissants in various styles, pain au chocolat, pain aux raisins, chausson aux pommes, brioche, oranais, kanelbulle)? Experience: Pastry: 2 years (required). Work authorisation: United Kingdom (required). Work Location: In person.

Application deadline: 01/07/2025.