We are seeking an experienced and
passionate Pastry Senior Chef de Partie to join our team at The Arts Club in Mayfair. Your expertise in preparing a variety of
mouthwatering desserts and pastries, combined with your creative flair in
developing unique tastes and recipes, will be essential in delighting our
customers. As an ideal candidate, you should have a
strong background in culinary arts, leadership and a genuine passion for creating sweet and
delectable treats. Join us in creating memorable moments
through the art of pastry-making.
Responsibilities
• Prepare, produce,
and present all pastry and dessert items to the highest quality and
presentation standards
• Support a talented pastry team in daily operations, assist in mentoring junior team members, and ensure high standards of quality, consistency, and creativity.
• Assist in the
daily preparation, service, and efficient operation of the pastry section
across various outlets
• Ensure consistency
in taste, texture, and appearance in all pastry products
• Uphold rigorous
food hygiene, safety, and cleanliness practices in accordance with HACCP and
company standards
• Support the
training and development of junior pastry staff, leading by example and sharing
technical knowledge
• Collaborate with
the Head Pastry Chef to develop new menu items, seasonal offerings, and bespoke
desserts for events – contributing creative ideas, conducting tastings, and
assisting with trials and implementation
• Monitor inventory
levels and assist with stock rotation, ordering, and cost control
• Ensure equipment and kitchen areas are
maintained in excellent condition
Requirements and Skills
•
Proven experience as
Pastry Senior Chef de Partie or relevant role
•
Great attention to detail and
creativity
•
Organizing and leadership
skills
•
Willingness to replenish
professional knowledge.
•
In depth knowledge of
sanitation principles, food preparation and baking techniques and nutrition
•
Working knowledge of baking
with ingredient limitations (pastries that are gluten free, sugarless etc.)
•
Certificate in culinary arts,
pastry-making, baking or relevant field.
As a Pastry Senior Chef de Partie you will gain:
* Private medical benefits
* Discount in over 800 retail outlets
* Discounts on food & beverage in our restaurants and sister businesses
* Enhanced Sickness Pay
* Life assurance
* Pension scheme
* Enhanced sickness pay
* An exciting range of learning and development programmes
* Enhanced maternity pay
* Uniform laundry service
* Opportunities for promotion and continual progression
* Complimentary meals while on shift
* Employee assistance programme
Eligibility: In line with the requirements of the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996, all applicants either must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process. THIS JOB DOES NOT PROVIDE VISA SPONSORSHIP.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and encourage people of all different backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives to apply. However applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK.
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