At a Glance
- Tasks: Create exquisite desserts and pastries for high-end events at a historic venue.
- Company: Join Searcys, a renowned name in the culinary world, at Stationers' Hall.
- Benefits: Enjoy 50% discount, up to 33 days leave, and enhanced family leave.
- Other info: Flexible hours, chef whites provided, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Be part of a dynamic team delivering exceptional culinary experiences in a stunning setting.
- Qualifications: Experience in fine dining or Michelin-star environments is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 18 - 18 £ per hour.
Searcys are looking for a Pastry Chef to join the team at Stationers' Hall. As a Pastry Chef in this venue, you will get a chance to create the finest quality of dishes and deliver exceptional culinary experiences for our guests. You will have a structured team that you will work closely with to create high-end, tailored events from bespoke fine dining dinners to large scale corporate parties and outdoor events.
As a Pastry Chef, you will benefit from the following:
- 50% discount across Searcys venues
- Enrolment into the Searcys pension scheme
- Up to 33 days annual leave (dependent on job role)
- Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave
- Access to everyday discounts and communication portal
- Employee assistance program and qualified Mental Health First Aiders
- Monthly Chef wellbeing and supplier trips
- Chef whites and shoes provided
- Opportunity to enrol into the WSH Group Chef Academy
- Meals are provided on shift when working within one of our venues
- Your birthday off to celebrate in style
- A day off to volunteer/give back to the charity of your choice
- A wide selection of Searcys Ibelong Events
At Stationers' Hall, you will be required to be adaptable as the venue is diverse and at any time will have multiple events happening across a number of floors. You will be supporting the Head Chef to manage the day-to-day service, whilst leading and mentoring the junior team to deliver high-end events and exceptional quality food.
Key Responsibilities:
- To have sole responsibility of all desserts and pastry for all events.
- To ensure the food remains to the highest quality and consistency across all events.
- To manage food and produce ordering by keeping a record of wastage, stock holding and any food cost concerns.
- To work with the Head Chef with the development and costing of menus, ensuring we are keeping up to date with the latest trends.
- To assist the other sections where necessary.
Qualifications:
- Very well organised and ability to prioritise workload.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Experience in working in a 5-star hotel or Michelin star restaurant is desirable.
- Able to work effectively as part of a team.
Pastry Chef De Partie employer: Searcys
Searcys is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture at the prestigious 10-11 Carlton House Terrace in London. With a competitive salary of £35,000 and opportunities for professional growth within the luxury events sector, employees benefit from a collaborative environment that values creativity and excellence in event planning. Join us to be part of a team that prides itself on delivering unforgettable experiences while enjoying the perks of working in one of London's most iconic venues.
