JOB OVERVIEW:

We are seeking a talented and detail-oriented Pastry Chef to join our bakery and patisserie team. The ideal candidate will have experience in baking and decorating a wide variety of cakes and pastries, managing food production efficiently, and maintaining the highest standards in food quality, hygiene, and presentation. This role requires creativity, precision, and the ability to lead and manage a section of the kitchen independently.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Proven experience as a Pastry Chef, Cake Decorator, or Bakery Chef in a commercial kitchen or patisserie.
• Strong skills in cake decoration, including buttercream, fondant, piping, and sculpted cakes.
• Excellent baking knowledge across a variety of sweet and savoury products.
• Good understanding of food cost control, stock management, and ordering procedures.
• In-depth knowledge of food safety standards and kitchen hygiene practices.
• Strong organisational, time-management, and team leadership skills.
• Creative flair and attention to detail in presentation and taste.
• NVQ or equivalent qualification in Patisserie, Baking, or Culinary Arts (preferred).

• Decorate a wide variety of cakes to high standards, including:
• Cream Cakes
• Fondant and Sugar Paste Cakes
• Novelty and Themed Cakes
• Wedding and Celebration Cakes
• Ensure consistent quality, appearance, and design of all finished products.
• Maintain creativity in cake presentation while adhering to customer or brand expectations.