Pastry Chef

Blue Arrow • Permanent • Hook, Hampshire, England, United Kingdom • £34k / year • 2d ago

Pastry Chef

Location: Berkshire

Salary: £34,000 per annum

Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent

Passionate About Pastry?

Join a Creative and Quality-Focused Kitchen Team

We are seeking an experienced and talented Pastry Chef to join a professional culinary team renowned for producing exceptional desserts, artisan breads, pastries, and afternoon tea offerings. This is an exciting opportunity for a chef who thrives in a high-quality kitchen environment and enjoys working with fresh, seasonal ingredients to create memorable guest experiences.

As Pastry Chef, you will take ownership of the pastry section, ensuring the consistent delivery of high-quality products while supporting and developing junior members of the team. You will play a key role in maintaining exceptional standards of preparation, presentation, and service.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and oversee the daily operation of the pastry section.
Create and prepare high-quality desserts, cakes, pastries, breads, and baked goods.
Ensure all pastry preparation is completed to the highest standards prior to service.
Maintain consistency in presentation, quality, and portion control.
Support stock management, ordering, and supplier deliveries.
Ensure food safety, hygiene, and storage procedures are followed at all times.
Train, mentor, and inspire junior chefs within the pastry team.
Contribute creative ideas and adapt to seasonal menu changes.

What We're Looking For

Previous experience as a Pastry Chef or Senior Pastry Chef.
Strong knowledge of pastry production, baking, and dessert preparation.
Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
A passion for working with seasonal ingredients and learning new techniques.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
A positive attitude with the ability to motivate and support colleagues.
Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as required.

Benefits

Competitive salary of £34,000 per annum.
Generous Tronc scheme.
Enhanced holiday entitlement.
Healthcare cover.
Employee Assistance Programme.
Company sick pay.
Life assurance scheme.
Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
Free staff meals.
Employee recognition programme.
Recruitment referral bonus.
Staff discounts and additional employee benefits.
Excellent training, development, and career progression opportunities.

Apply Now

If you are a creative and ambitious Pastry Chef looking to develop your career within a supportive and professional kitchen environment, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of a team committed to culinary excellence and continuous development.

Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

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