Pastry Chef

Pastry Chef - Prestigious College
Location: Cambridge
Salary: £30,500 per annum (depending on experience)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week (rotating early and late shifts, alternate weekends)
Contract: Full-time, Permanent (52 weeks per year)

Platinum Recruitment is proud to be working with one of Cambridge's most prestigious colleges to recruit a talented and passionate Pastry Chef. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a professional and well-established kitchen team, delivering high-quality food across both day-to-day service and formal dining events.

This role would suit a Pastry Chef from a hotel, banqueting, or fine dining background who is looking for stability, structure, and the opportunity to work in a respected and supportive environment.

What's in it for you?

Salary of £30,500+ per annum (depending on experience)
Paid overtime opportunities
Annual bonus paid in November
Defined contribution pension scheme (after 3 months)
Medicash membership for health and wellbeing support
Free meals on duty
On-site parking
Full-time, permanent role offering long-term stability
Work within a skilled and supportive team of 10-12 chefsAbout the role

Prepare and present a wide range of high-quality pastries and desserts
Cater for approximately 500 students, staff, and guests
Support formal events including banquets, fine dining, and special functions
Work a structured rota of early and late shifts, including alternate weekends
Maintain high standards of food hygiene, safety, and allergen compliance
Contribute to menu development and seasonal dessert offerings
Work closely with the Head Chef and wider brigade to deliver a consistent, high-quality serviceWhat we're looking for

Previous experience as a Pastry Chef in a hotel, banqueting, or fine dining environment
A genuine passion for pastry with strong attention to detail and presentation
Good understanding of food hygiene and allergen regulations
A positive and professional approach with strong teamwork skills
Flexibility to work shifts and weekends as requiredInterested?
Click Apply Now and a member of our team will be in touch to discuss this opportunity in more detail.

Consultant: Katie Harding
Job Number: (phone number removed) | INDCATERERING
Location: Cambridge
Job Role: Pastry Chef

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