Head Pastry Chef
il y a 19 heures
£45000–£50000 par an
Temps plein
London
Pachamama Group was set up in October 2014 with a mission to introduce inspiring hospitality concepts across the globe by doing it our way and making the impossible possible. Each restaurant concept is built to be a space where guests can enjoy offerings from diverse locales, in an environment that takes them away on a culinary journey. Soraya, Persian-inspired, arrives as a continuation of 971 Hospitality's world by Pachamama Group. Opening is due mid July 2026. This is your chance to take a part in an exciting new opening. At its heart, Soraya is about sharing. It offers guests an exceptional culinary experience, celebrating the rich and vibrant flavours of Persian cuisine in an exquisite setting. Soraya's menu is a testament to meticulous craftsmanship, designed to delight and encourage communal feasting. Signature dishes such as Mast O Khair, Lamb Koobideh, Chicken Joujeh, and Ghaymeh Bedemjan highlight traditional Persian recipes, while innovative plates showcase the team's genius. Prepared with utmost precision, the succulent skewers of marinated meats and vegetables are served on meticulously chosen crockery and silverware that transport diners straight to the heart of Tehran. As our Head Pastry Chef, we except you to contribute to our mission of introducing inspiring hospitality concepts to the London restaurant scene and across the globe. Our philosophy is to do it our way and make the impossible possible. As an experienced Head Pastry Chef, we trust in your ability to step into our vibrant restaurant environment and hit the ground running, leveraging your proven skills and management expertise. The responsibilities would be familiar to you: • Prepare and produce desserts, pastry and bakery items to company recipes and standards., • Ensure consistent taste, texture, portioning and presentation., • Complete daily mise en place and ensure sufficient preparation for service., • Maintain excellent organisation and cleanliness of the pastry section., • Follow recipes, specifications and plating guides accurately., • Check quality, freshness and storage of all pastry ingredients., • Monitor stock levels and communicate ordering requirements., • Control waste and use ingredients efficiently., • Follow FIFO, labelling, allergen and food-safety procedures., • Ensure all equipment is used correctly and maintained properly., • Support menu development, tastings and creation of new desserts., • Work closely with Head Chefs and the wider kitchen team., • Assist with training junior chefs and maintaining standards across the section., • Support other Pachamama Group restaurants when required. Requirements: • Previous experience in a pastry position within a quality restaurant or hospitality environment., • Strong pastry and dessert knowledge., • Good attention to detail and presentation., • Ability to follow recipes accurately and consistently., • Good organisation and time-management skills., • Understanding of food safety, allergens and kitchen hygiene., • Ability to work calmly during busy services., • Positive attitude and willingness to learn and develop., • Strong team player with good communication skills. For the Head Pastry Chef role, we offer the following benefits and opportunities: • Attractive salary based on your skills and experience., • Full Service Charge distribution., • Referral scheme with a £300 bonus for a successful candidate., • Complimentary breakfast, lunch, and dinner for all employees., • Generous staff discount at all group's restaurants., • 28 days of holiday for a full time employee, ensuring a balanced professional and personal life. Other benefits include: • Comprehensive on-the-job training to enhance your skills and knowledge., • A friendly and positive work environment fostering respect and teamwork., • Psychological, financial and legal support available through our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)., • Salary paid monthly – on the last Friday of each month., • Wagestream access, allowing you to stream up to 50% of your earnings at any time., • Pension scheme with a 3% employer contribution., • Opportunities for career development, regular appraisals to discuss progress and perspectives. As our Head Pastry Chef, we hope that you will contribute to our mission of introducing exciting, diverse and playful dining concepts to the London restaurant scene. Our philosophy is to be the best, we continuously improve and never settle. If this sounds of interest to you, please send us your CV. Come grow with us at Pachamama! This is your chance to be a part of something extremely exciting.
