Pastry Chef at BaxterStorey

City of Westminster, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Dec, 25

Salary

19.5

Posted On

29 Sep, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Creative Flair, Attention To Detail, Teamwork, Communication Skills, Organizational Skills, Ability To Work Under Pressure, High Standards, Food Safety Knowledge

Industry

Food and Beverage Services

Description

Company Description Searcys are looking for a Pastry Chef to join the team, at The Church House. The role will require someone that has a creative flair, is inspired by attention to detail and is excited to deliver exquisite and flawless pastry for our events. Working as a Pastry Chef for Searcys will require you to be an ambassador for this brand and deliver food that creates lasting memories. You will also be creative and experienced pastry chef with a passion for crafting exceptional dishes. Church House is a Grade II listed multi-purpose event and conference venue, located in the heart of Westminster. Church House Westminster has a long and rich history interspersed with notable links to royalty, Parliament and the Second World War. As a Pastry Chef you will benefit from the following: 50% discount across Searcys venues Enrolment into the Searcys pension scheme Up to 38 days annual leave (dependent on job role) Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave Access to everyday discounts and communication portal Employee assistance program and qualified Mental Health First Aiders Monthly Chef wellbeing and supplier trips Chef whites and shoes will be provided Opportunity to enrol into the WSH Group Chef Academy Meals are provided on shift when working within one of our venues Your birthday off to celebrate in style A day off to volunteer/give back to the charity of your choice A wide selection of Searcys Ibelong Events Job Description At Church House, you will be required to be adaptable as the venue is diverse and at any time will have multiple events happening across a number of floors. You will be supporting the Head Chef to manage the day to day service, whilst leading and mentoring the junior team to deliver high end events and exceptional quality food. Job Type: Zero hours contract Monday - Friday Salary: £19.50 Ph Key Responsibilities: The manage the day to day running of the Pastry section within the kitchen To monitor on a daily basis the standards achieved and report any concerns to the Head Chef any areas of concerns. To ensure that all legislative and Government guidelines are adhered to, including The Food Safety Act, Health and Safety at Work Act, the COSHH regulations, etc. within the areas of responsibility To ensure all services are ready for operation at the specified time, to the standard laid down in the Catering Policy Document. Food purchasing Any other reasonable request of Senior Management Qualifications Very well organised and ability to prioritise work load Ability to work under pressure Excellent standards Experience in working in a 5 star hotel or Michelin star restaurant is desirable Able to work effectively as part of a team Attention to detail Strong communication skills Additional Information We are the oldest caterer in the UK, having been founded in 1847, working with us will give you an opportunity to be part of some of London’s most prestigious events, gaining insights and mentoring from skilled and experienced colleagues, as well as getting a chance to be part of a storied legacy in the hospitality industry. A career at Searcys means you are part of something special, we are an employer with a rich history, and an established reputation which will provide you with an enormous sense of pride and belonging. To find out more on the rich history of Searcys, please visit our website at www.searcys.co.uk

Responsibilities

Manage the day-to-day running of the pastry section within the kitchen while supporting the Head Chef. Lead and mentor the junior team to deliver high-end events and exceptional quality food.