Dessert production Pastry Chef/Baker

Job Summary

About the role

We are a growing dessert business specialising in cakes, brownies, tiramisu, cheesecakes, and other sweet treats. We are looking for a reliable, skilled and organised Dessert Production Chef/Baker to take responsibility for the preparation and production of our desserts.

The ideal candidate will have hands on baking and dessert making experience, take pride in the quality of their work, and be comfortable working independently in a small kitchen.

Key responsibilities

Prepare and produce cakes, brownies, tiramisu, creams, sauces and other menu items, following established recipes and maintaining consistent taste, texture, portion sizes and presentation.

Decorate cakes with care and creativity.

Monitor stock levels, ingredient freshness, expiry dates and wastage.

Maintain excellent kitchen hygiene and follow food safety and allergen procedures.

Keep the kitchen clean and organised, cleaning dishes and utensils as required.

Identify opportunities to improve production efficiency and product quality.

Work independently and communicate any issues promptly.

We are looking for someone who has:

Previous experience in baking, pastry, dessert production or a similar role.

Knowledge of pastry techniques and strong willingness to learn and improve

Practical ability to produce a variety of cakes and desserts to a consistent standard.

Strong attention to detail and good time-management skills.

Reliable, punctual and well organised.

Able to work independently and as a team meeting deadlines.

Understanding of food hygiene, safe storage and allergen management.

Willingness to learn our recipes and follow our production standards.

Candidates should be prepared to demonstrate their practical skills during a paid trial.

Please note we are a registered business and operate from a residential address

To apply: Please send your CV, a brief summary of your baking and dessert making experience, and photographs of relevant work where available.

Pay: £13.00-£15.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20.0 – 25.0 per week

Benefits:

  • Company pension
  • Discounted or free food
  • Employee discount
  • Free parking
  • On-site parking

Work Location: In person

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