Pastry Chef Full Time
Mrs Sourdough Bakery, Chatham, Kent
Company Description
Mrs Sourdough is a beloved artisan bakery, patisserie, and coffee shop located in the heart of Chatham, Kent. Were known for our naturally leavened sourdough bread, handmade pastries, and indulgent cakes all crafted with passion, precision, and no artificial preservatives or flour improvers. Every bake reflects our love for real, honest food.
Position Overview
Were looking for a skilledPastry Chefto join our growing team. This is afull-time positionin a friendly, busy bakery environment where quality and care come first. Youll work alongside passionate bakers, creating a variety of pastries, laminated doughs, cakes, fillings, and creams all from scratch.
What Youll Do
* Prepare and laminate doughs for croissants, danishes, and other pastries
* Create cakes, creams, fillings, and desserts with precision and consistency
* Maintain high standards of cleanliness and organisation in the pastry section
* Ensure product quality and presentation are always of bakery standard
* Work efficiently during early morning shifts (early start, early finish)
* Collaborate with the bakery team to develop new seasonal creations
What Were Looking For
* Experience in a professional bakery or patisserie environment
* Good lamination knowledge and strong attention to detail
* Passion for handmade, high-quality pastries
* Reliable, punctual, and a great team player
* Pride in cleanliness and food hygiene standards
Benefits
* Full-time permanent position
* Competitive salary based on experience
* Early start / early finish schedule
* Great coffee, pastries, and a positive, creative workplace
If you love working with butter, dough, and real ingredients and want to be part of a bakery that bakes with heart wed love to hear from you.
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