At a Glance
- Tasks: Create delicious desserts and signature dishes in a fast-paced kitchen.
- Company: Join the award-winning Din Tai Fung, famous for its iconic Xiao Long Bao.
- Benefits: Earn £15–£17 per hour, enjoy free meals, and 28 days' holiday.
- Other info: Flexible hours, supportive team, and opportunities for career progression await you!
- Why this job: Develop your culinary skills with a global brand that values passion and growth.
- Qualifications: Experience in pastry or kitchen roles; a love for high-quality food is essential.
The predicted salary is between 17 - 17 £ per hour.
Join Din Tai Fung UK
. Din Tai Fung is an award‑winning Taiwanese restaurant brand with over 180 locations worldwide, renowned for our iconic
Xiao Long Bao and exceptional dining experiences. As we continue to grow across the UK, we're looking for passionate
- Pastry Chefs to join our teams in
- Covent Garden
- Centre Point
- Selfridges
- , and
- Canary Wharf
Benefits
- Competitive Pay: £15–£17 per hour inclusive of tronc.
- 40–48 contracted hours per week.
- Free staff meals every shift.
- 30% staff dining discount.
- 28 days' holiday, increasing with service.
- Structured training and genuine career progression.
- Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support.
- Monthly team events, referral bonuses, and employee rewards.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and produce signature products including
- Xiao Long Bao
- Steamed Buns
- Shao Mai
- , and
- Jiao Zi
- Create high‑quality desserts while maintaining consistency, presentation, and attention to detail.
- Prepare doughs, fillings, and other ingredients following Din Tai Fung’s specialist methods.
- Work as part of a supportive kitchen team in a fast‑paced environment.
- Ensure all dishes are prepared with precision, care, and in line with food safety and hygiene standards.
- Develop specialist techniques in dough preparation, filling production, and dessert creation, following Din Tai Fung’s unique methods and standards.
Qualifications
- Experience as a Pastry Chef, Chef de Partie, Commis Chef, or in a similar kitchen role.
- Experience with pastry, dough, desserts, or food preparation techniques.
- Excellent attention to detail and a passion for producing high‑quality products.
- Experience in Asian cuisine or dim sum production (desirable, but not essential).
- Eager to learn and develop culinary skills.
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining high food safety and hygiene standards.
- Flexible to work a rotating schedule, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays, with some shifts finishing at 10:30 PM.
Experience & Details
- Job Title: Pastry Chef
- Employment: Full‑time
- Salary: £15 – £17 hourly
• Starting time: Immediate start!
About Din Tai Fung UK: Join Din Tai Fung, the world‑renowned Taiwanese restaurant famous for its iconic Xiao Long Bao.
We're hiring across Central London.
Grow your career with an award‑winning global brand where people, passion and development come first.
If you're looking to develop your culinary skills with one of the world's leading restaurant brands, apply today and start your journey with
- Din Tai Fung UK
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Pastry Chef in London employer: Din Tai Fung UK
At Din Tai Fung, we pride ourselves on being more than just a restaurant; we are a global brand that values our employees and their growth. With competitive pay, excellent benefits, and a supportive work culture, we offer a unique opportunity to develop your culinary skills in a vibrant environment. Join us in Central London and be part of a team that celebrates diversity, fosters career progression, and provides a rewarding experience in the hospitality industry.
