Lead Pastry Chef - Hurstpierpoint College Contract 6 - 12 months Position Lead Pastry Chef Location Hurstpierpoint College, College Lane, Hurstpierpoint, Hassocks, Salary 17.50 Hours Between 18 and 30 per week - variable and flexible Working Pattern Tuesday and Thursdays 17:00 - 22:00 Saturday 10:00 - 18:00, Monday, Wednesday and Thursday 16:00 - 20:00 Plan Your Journey | Traveline BN6 9JS. Hurstpierpoint College (known as Hurst) is a thriving co-educational day and boarding school for pupils aged 4 to 18, Located between Haywards Heath and Brighton. Combining a rich heritage with a forward-thinking approach to education, Hurst provides an inspiring environment in which pupils and staff can flourish. As an employer, Hurst is a welcoming and ambitious community of around 480 staff, united by a shared commitment to helping young people achieve their personal best and preparing them for success in their future lives and careers. What You'll Do: Lead the pastry kitchen, ensuring exceptional quality, consistency and presentation across all desserts, pastries and baked goods. Create innovative menus and seasonal offerings that delight pupils, staff and guests. Support the delivery of hospitality and special events, producing high-quality food for a range of occasions. Manage stock, ordering, food costs and wastage to ensure an efficient and well-run operation. Maintain the highest standards of food safety, allergen management and health & safety compliance. Coach, motivate and develop members of the pastry team, fostering a positive and collaborative working environment. What You Bring: Significant pastry experience within a professional kitchen environment. Strong technical pastry skills and a passion for creating exceptional food. A creative and innovative approach to menu development and presentation. Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to perform under pressure. Experience leading, motivating and developing team members. A commitment to high standards, customer service excellence and continuous improvement. Relevant culinary qualifications (NVQ or equivalent) and a Food Hygiene qualification would be advantageous. What We Offer: A dynamic and supportive work environment Competitive salary and benefits Full training and protective uniform provided Unlimited access to mental health and wellbeing support Employee Assistance Programme for legal, financial, and personal support Discounts, cashback schemes, and financial benefits Career progression, learning opportunities, and apprenticeships Cycle to Work Scheme and volunteering opportunities At Sodexo, we believe everyone deserves a place to belong. This isn't just a job; it's a chance to be part of something bigger. If you're ready to lead with passion and cook with purpose, we want to hear from you! Apply today and help us create a brighter future! Note: Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding children. All roles require pre-employment screening, including DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) and past employer checks. Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications
Lead Pastry Chef - Hurstpierpoint College in Haywards Heath employer: Sodexo
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