Pastry Chef

Job Title: Pastry Chef x2 for Cambridge Colleges

Salary range - £29,000 - £32,500 plus benefits such as excellent pension scheme, free meal when on shift, medicash healthcare plan, bonus scheme

We have the pleasure of recruiting for 2 fantastic colleges in Cambridge who both require a Pastry Chef. If you are a skilled Pastry Chef with a minimum NVQ Level 2 in Professional Cookery, then please get in touch with me today!

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• In collaboration with the Kitchen Management Team, you will oversee the preparation, cooking, and presentation of high-quality desserts and pastries for Fellows, students, and guests.
• Ensure that all food preparation meets the Colleges high standards, ensuring complete customer satisfaction.
• Maintain consistently high standards of work, ensuring productivity is upheld throughout service.
• Contribute to the development of new menus and dishes, working closely with the Kitchen Management Team.
• Maintain the highest levels of food safety standards at all times, adhering to hygiene regulations.
• Be mindful of allergens and ensure all dishes are appropriately labelled.
• Manage and assist in the receipt, storage, and handling of provisions (fresh and frozen), ensuring compliance with food hygiene regulations, correct stock rotation, and proper storage practices.
• Take responsibility for ensuring that all menus are checked, and necessary ingredients are received, prepared on time, and to the required standards in the absence of other chefs.
• Ensure that the kitchens cleaning schedule is followed rigorously.
• Provide training, coaching, and support to other kitchen team members, fostering a positive and efficient working environment.
• In the absence of other chefs, provide cover as needed, ensuring seamless operations.
• Regularly carry and lift medium to heavy loads as part of the role.
• Commit to ongoing training and development to enhance skills and knowledge.
• Carry out any other reasonable duties as requested by the Head Chef or Kitchen Management Team.

If youre a passionate and skilled pastry chef looking for a dynamic role in a supportive kitchen environment, wed love to hear from you. Join our talented team and contribute to the excellence and innovation within our kitchen!