Pastry Sous Chef
hace 19 horas
Watford
Pastry Sous Chef Hertfordshire | £39,600 | Permanent | 45 Hours Per Week Join a High-Volume, Multi-Faceted Hospitality Operation We're recruiting for an experienced Pastry Sous Chef to join the culinary team at one of Hertfordshire's leading hospitality destinations. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a high-volume, multi-faceted operation delivering exceptional food across premium visitor dining, retail food concepts, hospitality and large-scale events. No two days are the same, and you'll be part of a talented brigade producing high-quality desserts, artisan pastries and bakery items using fresh, seasonal ingredients. Working closely with the Head Chef, you'll play a key role in leading the pastry kitchen, developing seasonal menus and maintaining exceptional standards across multiple outlets. What's on Offer £39,600 salary Permanent 45-hour contract Free on-site parking Staff meals while on duty Access to on-site gym facilities Company pension and life assurance Generous holiday allowance Employee discounts and wellbeing benefits Ongoing training, development and genuine opportunities for career progression The Role As Pastry Sous Chef, you'll support the Head Chef in delivering exceptional pastry across a diverse hospitality operation. You'll lead by example, ensuring consistently high standards while inspiring and developing your team. Your responsibilities will include: Supporting the development of innovative pastry menus and seasonal offerings. Leading the pastry kitchen to deliver exceptional quality and presentation. Producing desserts, pastries and bakery items across multiple hospitality outlets and events. Maintaining the highest food safety, hygiene and HACCP standards. Managing stock control, ordering, rotation, wastage and GP targets. Coaching, mentoring and developing the pastry team. Deputising for the Head Chef when required and helping ensure smooth day-to-day kitchen operations. About You You'll already be an experienced Pastry Sous Chef or an ambitious Senior Pastry Chef de Partie looking to take the next step in your career. You'll also have: Experience within a high-volume, fresh food hospitality environment. Strong pastry and bakery skills with a passion for quality. Excellent organisational and communication skills. Experience leading and motivating kitchen teams. A proactive, hands-on approach and excellent attention to detail. The flexibility to work a rota that includes weekends. If you're looking to progress your career within a fast-paced, high-profile hospitality operation where creativity and quality are valued, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more. TPBN1_UKCT