Role: Pastry Chef
Location: London
Pay: £14.48 PH
Hours: 40 H/P/W, 5/7 Days per week
We are a leading private healthcare provider dedicated to offering top-tier patient care in a comfortable and compassionate environment. We believe in the power of nutrition to support healing and well-being. Our catering team plays a vital role in enhancing the patient experience through high-quality, nutritious, and visually appealing meals.
We are seeking a talented and passionate Pastry Chef to join our dynamic catering team. The ideal candidate will have a flair for creativity, a deep knowledge of pastry techniques, and a commitment to producing high-quality desserts and baked goods. As a Pastry Chef, you will be responsible for crafting a variety of pastries, cakes, and desserts that meet the dietary needs and preferences of our patients, staff, and visitors.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and prepare a wide range of pastries, desserts, and baked goods tailored to patient dietary requirements, including sugar-free, gluten-free, and low-fat options.
- Collaborate with the Executive Chef to develop menus that align with the hospital's nutritional standards.
- Ensure the highest standards of hygiene and food safety are maintained in accordance with hospital policies and regulatory requirements.
- Manage inventory and order supplies as needed to maintain an efficient and cost-effective operation.
- Train and supervise junior kitchen staff, ensuring consistency and quality in pastry preparation.
- Stay updated on pastry trends and techniques to continually innovate and improve the dessert offerings.
- Assist with special events and occasions within the hospital, creating custom desserts that align with the event theme and patient needs.
Qualifications
- Proven experience as a Pastry Chef, preferably within a healthcare or hospitality setting.
- Culinary degree or equivalent certification in pastry arts.
- Strong knowledge of food safety regulations and kitchen management practices.
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent attention to detail and commitment to high-quality standards.
- Creative flair with a passion for innovation in pastry design.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:
- Contributory pension scheme
- Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
- Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
- Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
- Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
- Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
- Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
- Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
- You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families
About Us
At Compass Ireland, our people are our business. When you join the Compass Group you will be joining a supportive network of incredible individuals, each united by their passion for going the extra mile for the organisations we partner with. We are building a team who care about providing a great customer experience and want to grow and develop as we do. We are dedicated to investing in every colleague joining us and pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer; we celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive environment for all our colleagues. We consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.
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Job Reference: com/1908/96112001/52422334/R/SU
Compass Group UK&I wants everyone in our business to feel able to be themselves at work and to have an equal opportunity to progress their career. We want to create a culture where we respect and embrace everyone's talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities. Where our colleagues feel valued, can reach their full potential, and thrive - Diversity is Our Strength!