Pastry ChefIndependent School | Full Time | Monday to Friday (1 Saturday per Month)Are you a creative and passionate Pastry Chef looking for your next challenge? Do you thrive in an environment where quality, innovation and craftsmanship are at the heart of everything you do?We are seeking a talented and experienced Pastry Chef to join our catering team within a prestigious Independent School. Working with the finest and freshest ingredients, you will play a key role in producing exceptional bakery and pastry items from scratch while contributing to an outstanding dining experience for students, staff and guests.This is an exciting opportunity to join a team that takes pride in producing everything on site and delivering creative, innovative and trend-led menus.
What We Offer
We recognise and reward hard work and are committed to supporting your professional development. Our benefits package includes:
- Monday to Friday working pattern with just one Saturday per month
- Contributory pension scheme
- Career development opportunities through Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
- Access to a Digital GP for you and your immediate family
- Comprehensive healthcare benefits
- Exclusive travel discounts with leading providers including TUI, Expedia and Booking.com
- Savings on everyday shopping at major supermarkets
- Up to 44% off cinema tickets
- Cashback rewards across a wide range of brands
- Free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
- Access to discounts and offers that can be shared with friends and family
The Role
As Pastry Chef, you will be responsible for creating and delivering high-quality pastry, bakery and dessert offerings across a variety of dining services and events.
Key Responsibilities
- Produce and deliver exceptional food items for breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, staff dining and special events
- Create all breads, pastries, baked goods and dessert products
- Develop, maintain and update recipes for the pastry section
- Support the Head Chef with menu planning and product costing
- Minimise and record food waste in line with company standards
- Maintain the highest food safety and health & safety standards
- Report any safety concerns promptly to management
- Work closely with kitchen and support teams to ensure excellent standards of cleanliness and organisation
- Collaborate with senior management to deliver an outstanding bespoke dining experience
About You
We're looking for a passionate culinary professional who takes pride in producing exceptional pastry and bakery products.
You’ll Have:
- Previous experience in a Pastry Chef position
- Strong pastry, bakery and dessert production skills
- A passion for high-quality food and current culinary trends
- Excellent knowledge of food safety, hygiene and health & safety procedures
- Experience with stock control and waste management
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
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School Pastry Chef - Cambridge employer: Compass Group UK
Compass Group UK&I is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment where culinary creativity and service excellence thrive. With a strong focus on employee growth, you will have access to training and development opportunities that empower you to advance your career in the catering industry. Located in a vibrant setting, our team-oriented culture fosters collaboration and ensures that every member feels valued and supported in delivering exceptional food experiences.
