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Key Responsibilities:
- To lead and develop pastry offer and ensure high standards are met across all areas of home baking and desserts, as agreed with Executive/Head Chef
- To ensure food production, standards, costs and menu planning are carried out in a timely fashion, as agreed with the Executive Chef/Head Chef.
- To carry out the smooth and efficient running of the section as appropriate.
- To assist the Executive Chef/Head Chef with compiling food orders and developing new food concepts.
- To plan, prepare, cook and present food to the standards required by the company and the client.
- To ensure that the company’s reputation for excellent food and service is enhanced with the client and customers.
Candidate Profile:
- Demonstrable experience in a Pastry Chef, ideally within a contract catering environment, hotel, or high-end food service setting
- A genuine passion for pastry, with a flair for creativity and innovation in menu development
- Exceptional attention to detail, ensuring precision in preparation and excellence in presentation
- A strong understanding of food safety, allergen management, and best practices in kitchen hygiene
- A proactive and collaborative team player, with the ability to work independently when required
- Confident and professional when working in a school environment, with an understanding of the needs of young people
Additional Information
We pride ourselves on:
People first
We’re a company of individuals, united in doing our best for our clients.
Great food, always
Using only the best ingredients, our food is fresh, authentic and tailored to each school, age group, and specific needs and preferences.
Food education
We educate pupils through food, encouraging them to understand and develop their own personal tastes and make informed food choices.
Respect in everything we do
Our respectful codes of conduct inform how we behave towards our clients and customers, suppliers and business partners, and each other.
Fresh thinking
New ideas for food, service and ways of working help us maintain our position as creative leaders in school catering.
In order to be considered for this role you must be able to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK.
Holroyd Howe is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all employees to share this commitment. All roles within Holroyd Howe involve regulated activity. It is a criminal offence for individuals barred from working with children to apply for such roles. An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, including a Barred List check will be required for all successful applicants. Shortlisted applicants will be asked to provide information about relevant criminal offences and will be subject to an online search of publicly available information. This search helps identify any issues that may affect suitability to work with children.
This appointment is offered on the return of satisfactory professional references.
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