Join Our Team as Pastry Chef Location:
Prestigious College, Cambridge
Position:
Full-Time (37.5 hours/week, excluding breaks)
Do you have a flair for crafting stunning desserts and a passion for pastry perfection? We're looking for a skilled and creative
Pastry Chef
to join the kitchen brigade at a prestigious Cambridge college. Working closely with our Senior Pastry Chef, youll play a key role in producing elegant and high-quality desserts that delight students, staff, guests, and conference attendees alike.
This is an exciting full-time opportunity in a fast-paced and rewarding environment. Our kitchen operates on a rotating shift pattern that includes evenings and weekends, with occasional out-of-hours work to support college events.
What Youll Be Doing:
Dessert Preparation: Craft and present a wide range of high-quality desserts and pastries to the highest standards. Menu Development: Support the creation of innovative, seasonal dessert menus that enhance the overall dining experience. Production Assistance: Assist with day-to-day pastry production to meet service requirements for college and event catering. Cost Management: Help monitor and manage food costs to ensure efficiency and minimal waste. Hygiene Standards: Maintain excellent hygiene standards, strictly following food safety and allergen regulations. Creative Input: Contribute innovative ideas to design bespoke desserts for our conference and fine dining offerings. Organization: Keep the pastry section clean, well-organized, and stocked at all times. What We Offer:
We believe in rewarding talent and commitment. Alongside a friendly and supportive team, youll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
Defined contribution pension scheme. Generous sick pay. Enhanced maternity and paternity leave. Healthcare cash plan. Free staff lunches when the kitchen is open. Performance bonus scheme (non-contractual). Cycle to Work Scheme. On-site parking. Training and professional development opportunities to help you grow your culinary career.
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