Pastry Chef de Partie – Higher Education Contract Catering – Up to £36,000
We’re recruiting a Pastry Chef de Partie to join a leading Higher Education Contract Catering operation in London. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a large, fast-paced university campus, delivering fresh, high-quality pastry across retail, restaurant and high-volume hospitality.
This is a brilliant opportunity for a pastry chef with contract catering experience who is looking for a structured environment, strong team culture and a role with genuine variety across a dynamic campus setting.
The offer
* Up to £36,000 per year.
* Predominantly Monday to Friday working (approx. 70%).
* 6.30AM - 7AM to 3PM - 4PM each day.
* Strong work–life balance within a structured rota.
* Paid overtime / time off in lieu (site dependent).
* Highly regarded contract catering operation with progression opportunities.
The Operation & Food
* Large-scale operation – Catering for approx. 2,500 students + 500 staff.
* 250 residential students requiring extended food provision.
* 7-day operation with year-round service (Closed during Christmas).
* Multiple food outlets including Grab & Go, Restaurant & Events.
* Modern, market-led food offer competing with the London food scene.
* Fresh, in-house pastry production across all areas.
The Role
* Deliver desserts, cakes, baked goods and pastry for retail, restaurant and events.
* Ensure all pastry is produced fresh, visually appealing and consistent at scale.
* Support service across breakfast, lunch, dinner and hospitality events.
* Manage prep, organisation and timely delivery for high-volume service periods.
* Maintain high standards of food safety, allergen compliance and presentation.
* Contribute to a positive, organised and team-driven kitchen environment.
About You
* Experience as a Pastry Chef De Partie. xsngvjr
* Strong pastry background with the ability to deliver quality at volume
* Reliable, consistent and committed to long-term roles
If you are keen to discuss the details further, please apply today or send your CV to Yasmin at COREcruitment.