Company Description
The Gourmet Patisserie Ltd is a renowned high end Patisserie specialising in crafting premium afternoon tea pastries and high end desserts to the catering trade. Our clients include high profile caterers, restaurants, 5 star hotels, corporate amd sport event venues as well as retail patisseries in and around london. We are known for commitment to excellence and our use of high-quality ingredients, innovative baking techniques, and exceptional craftsmanship.
Based in Woking, we take pride in delighting customers with artful creations that combine tradition and modern flair. Join our team to make a meaningful contribution to a dynamic and passionate culinary environment.
Role Description
This full-time on-site role, located in Woking, is an excellent opportunity for a skilled Head Pastry Chef. The role involves supervising all aspects of pastry and dessert creation, managing a team of pastry chefs, ensuring quality and consistency in production, and helping to create new and innovative pastry recipes. Additional responsibilities include overseeing kitchen operations, ensuring adherence to hygiene and safety standards, liaising with suppliers and maintaining an efficient and collaborative work environment.
Skills and Experience
• Previous experience as a pastry chef managing a team in a similar role required.
• Knowledge of baking techniques and pastry production processes
• Familiarity with culinary terminology and measurements
• Ability to follow recipes accurately and consistently
• Strong attention to detail and creativity in presentation
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining quality standards
• Be up to date with latest allergen advice and training.
• Ensure that all orders are beautifully presented.
• Maintain a clean and organised work area
• Adhere to food safety and sanitation guidelines and be up to speed with EHO best practice.
• Effectively manage a team of pastry chefs to ensure efficiency and standards are high.
• Excellent time management skills to ensure timely completion of tasks
• Be up to date with latest allergen advice and training.
- Proven experience with references
- Help developp a 7 day operation due to higher demand and planned expansion.
What We Offer
• Competitive salary
• Regular working hours
• Flexible working hours
• Opportunity to join a friendly, supportive team environment
• Opportunity to lead and shape a growing patisserie kitchen
• Direct reporting line
Qualifications and experience
- Proficiency in Bakery and Baking techniques, with the ability to create a wide variety of baked goods and desserts.
- Expertise in Food Preparation and Cooking, including precision and attention to detail in achieving consistent quality.
- Demonstrated Culinary Skills in pastry arts, including creativity in designing and presenting innovative pastry concepts.
- Strong leadership and team management capabilities to guide and mentor the pastry team effectively.
- Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards, ensuring compliance with health regulations and maintaining a clean work environment.
- Formal training or diploma in culinary or pastry arts is highly desirable.
- Experience in a similar role, particularly in a high-end patisserie production or hotel, is an advantage.
You must be eligible to work in Uk and we do not offer sponsorship.