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Senior Pastry Chef

Central London, SouthEast WC1, United Kingdom • Full-time
AI Job Summary
  • Proven experience as a Senior Pastry Chef.
  • Skilled in croissant and laminated dough production (essential).
  • Maintain hygiene/cleanliness and follow food safety standards; lead daily production.

Role Type

On-site • Permanent • Full-time • Mid-level Senior

Pay Rate

£35,000 GBP – £40,000 GBP (Annum)

Description

Role Summary:

We’re on the hunt for a talented Senior Pastry Chef with a serious passion for laminated dough and pastry perfection. You’ll take the lead on all things pastry. You’ll have the freedom to bring your ideas to life and play a key role in shaping our pastry menu.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead daily production of our pastries

• Ensure consistent quality, flavour, and presentation across all pastry items

• Collaborate with the Head Chef to develop new products and seasonal specials

• Oversee stock levels and ordering for pastry ingredients

• Maintain hygiene and cleanliness, following food safety standards

• Support and train junior kitchen staff when needed

• Alongside the Head Chef, train employees on correct food handling practices

• Conduct regular taste and presentation checks to ensure dishes meet our standards

Specifications/Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Senior Pastry Chef

• Skilled in croissant and laminated dough production (this is essential!)

• Creative, detail-oriented, and quality-driven

• Calm under pressure and a great team player

• Excellent leadership and communication skills

• The ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment

• Excellent knowledge of local health, safety and food hygiene regulations