Pastry Chef - Prestigious College
Location: Cambridge
Salary: £30,500 per annum (depending on experience)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week (rotating early and late shifts, alternate weekends)
Contract: Full-time, Permanent (52 weeks per year)
Platinum Recruitment is proud to be working with one of Cambridge's most prestigious colleges to recruit a talented and passionate Pastry Chef. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a professional and well-established kitchen team, delivering high-quality food across both day-to-day service and formal dining events.
This role would suit a Pastry Chef from a hotel, banqueting, or fine dining background who is looking for stability, structure, and the opportunity to work in a respected and supportive environment.
What's in it for you?
* Salary of £30,500+ per annum (depending on experience)
* Paid overtime opportunities
* Annual bonus paid in November
* Defined contribution pension scheme (after 3 months)
* Medicash membership for health and wellbeing support
* Free meals on duty
* On-site parking
* Full-time, permanent role offering long-term stability
* Work within a skilled and supportive team of 10-12 chefs
About the role
* Prepare and present a wide range of high-quality pastries and desserts
* Cater for approximately 500 students, staff, and guests
* Support formal events including banquets, fine dining, and special functions
* Work a structured rota of early and late shifts, including alternate weekends
* Maintain high standards of food hygiene, safety, and allergen compliance
* Contribute to menu development and seasonal dessert offerings
* Work closely with the Head Chef and wider brigade to deliver a consistent, high-quality service
What we're looking for
* Previous experience as a Pastry Chef in a hotel, banqueting, or fine dining environment
* A genuine passion for pastry with strong attention to detail and presentation
* Good understanding of food hygiene and allergen regulations
* A positive and professional approach with strong teamwork skills
* Flexibility to work shifts and weekends as required
Interested?
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Consultant: Katie Harding
Job Number: 935438 | INDCATERERING
Job Role: Pastry Chef
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