40 HOURS PER WEEK

We are looking for a Head of Pastry to join our culinary team based in Canary Wharf. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate and organised pastry chef to lead a small, focused team delivering high-quality products across a range of outlets.

About the role:

• Leading a team of two within the pastry section
• Producing cakes, desserts, and baked goods for two coffee bars, a staff restaurant, and hospitality kitchens
• Reporting into the Executive Head Chef and supporting with menu development
• Managing and mentoring a Chef de Partie in pastry
• Maintaining consistency, quality and excellent food presentation
• Supporting innovation and seasonal menu planning

About you:

We are seeking a calm, friendly and highly organised chef who enjoys working closely with others and bringing creativity to the kitchen. The ideal candidate will have:

• Strong experience in a professional pastry environment
• A passion for innovation and delivering high-quality desserts and baked goods
• The ability to lead and motivate a small team
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to consistency

This is a full-time role, working 40 hours per week, with a salary of £42,000 per annum.
If you are ready to take the next step in your pastry career and lead with creativity and confidence, we would love to hear from you.

We ensure you’re rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

• Contributory pension scheme
• Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
• Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
• Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
• Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Morrisons and many more
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
• Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
• Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
• You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families

About Us
Restaurant Associates provides brilliant hospitality through our food, drink and services. We work with our partners and collaborate with our clients to achieve great things together. Every day, our teams of passionate hospitality professionals strive for excellence in delivering employee dining and hospitality to some of the UK’s leading workplace as well as inspiring exceptional experiences in iconic cultural and heritage destinations.
Job Reference: com/0409/40561001/52760948/SU #RA Group
Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength

• Leading a team of two within the pastry section
• Producing cakes, desserts, and baked goods for two coffee bars, a staff restaurant, and hospitality kitchens
• Reporting into the Executive Head Chef and supporting with menu development
• Managing and mentoring a Chef de Partie in pastry
• Maintaining consistency, quality and excellent food presentation
• Supporting innovation and seasonal menu plannin