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Belle Époque Patisserie is composed of two French pastry boutiques based in central London. Belle Époque is regularly touted as one of the best patisseries in London with extensive selection of cakes, chocolates, breads, viennoiseries, tarts and quiches all made to high standards. We are looking for a passionate and motivated Pastry Chef to join our team at Belle Epoque Patisserie. As a Pastry Chef, you will have to: • Prepare pastries, including preparing dough and fillings, proofing, baking, and decorating as appropriate., • Review Production sheet to understand variety of baked goods to be produced daily., • Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality and presentation standards., • Safely and appropriately use baking and measuring tools/equipment/appliances to prepare baked foods., • Follow and ensure compliance with food safety handling policies and procedures, including personal hygiene procedures., • Check and ensure correct temperatures of kitchen appliances and food, and report issues to the Chef., • Monitor the quality of food prepared and portions served., • Follow all company policies and procedures, including safety and security. The position is full-time, five days a week, including week-ends. All candidates will be required to provide proof of right to work in the UK.
To assist Head Chef in our busy East European restaurant. Key Responsibilities: • Creative input for new dishes, specials & menu creation using local, seasonal, fresh ingredients, • Be well presented with excellent time keeping. Be capable of prepping & running a busy service., • Technical skill in grill & pastry, • Hands on involvement in preparation, cooking & presentation of all food items, • Motivate junior staff to produce food to specification & to up-sell, • Assist Head Chef in ensuring effective staffing levels & in supervising & training junior kitchen staff, • Ensure kitchen cleanliness, food safety, & compliance with health & safety regulations, • Purchase items from suppliers as instructed by Head Chef, • Ensure all equipment is properly maintained & stored, with breakages properly reported, • Keep stock & minimize food wastage, • Assist with duties assigned by Head Chef & to follow instructions Qualifications & skills: • Minimum 3 years’ experience working in busy environment as Sous Chef, • Culinary degree preferred. Other appropriate vocational qualifications considered, • Technical skill: Grill & Pastry, • Knowledge of East European, Georgian & Central Asian helpful