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Form of workWe are searching for a resourceful Pastry Chef - Windlesham to join our growing team at Holroyd Howe in Windlesham England
Growing your career as a Full Time Pastry Chef - Windlesham is an incredible opportunity to develop useful skills.
If you are strong in problem-solving, critical thinking and have the right experience for the job, then apply for the position of Pastry Chef - Windlesham at Holroyd Howe today!
*Pastry Chef - Windlesham* Company Description Holroyd Howe is one of the UK's leading contract caterers, providing fresh innovative food services solely to independent schools and colleges. We are a team of experienced professionals who tailor our catering service provision specifically to suit children of all ages in order to meet the bespoke requirements of each school. Can you commit to feeding hungry tummies as well as hungry minds? We serve more than just a meal in our kitchens, so are you the exceptional *Pastry Chef* we're looking for? If you are looking for an employer that will invest in you and develop your career further, then look no further and apply! Job Description SPECIFIC 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. CLIENT SERVICE: * To ensure that customers are given a prompt and efficient service and expectations are consistently exceeded. * To be customer focused at all times; approachable and quick to exceed expectations in fulfilling customer needs. * To ensure all food is cooked, presented and served in line with company standards, using innovation in the method and style of presentation and food service. PEOPLE: * To assess kitchen team performance and recognise training needs and potential as appropriate. * To assist in the development of the kitchen team by empowering it, supporting it, encouraging it and maintaining an 'open door' policy. * To motivate and lead by example, ensuring you and your team have fun at work and are proud of your efforts. * To treat your team at location as you would expect to be treated. FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT: * To ensure all financial controls, costings, wastage and orders are met within the client budget. * To ensure purchasing is made using nominated suppliers and a system for quality and credit controls is maintained. HEALTH & SAFETY, FOOD SAFETY, THE ENVIRONMENT: * To ensure that the kitchen meets statutory and company requirements of Health and Safety, Food Safety and environmental legislation and procedures. * To ensure all equipment is well maintained and is in good working order. * To ensure safe working practices are followed and equipment faults are reported to the Executive Chef/Head Chef. * To ensure that all company procedures and work instructions are fully understood and practised by all employees. * To promote and encourage environmental improvement initiatives as appropriate within the business. ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES: * To ensure compliance with the company's policy on safer recruitment and safeguarding children and young adults at all times whilst at work. * To take responsibility for contributing towards your own development with the guidance of the Executive Chef/Head Chef and attending training courses as identified. * To show commitment to company values in all aspects of your role. * To act as a positive ambassador for the business. * To attend to any reasonable request made by the client or Holroyd Howe Management. Qualifications * Although a culinary qualification will be looked upon favorably, greater emphasis will be placed upon experience. * You will have examples of your work to show. Eg. photos, menus, social media * A positive and open attitude is essential * You will enjoy reviving classics as well as trying new recipes and ideas Additional Information There are many advantages to working for us and we provide our employees with bespoke benefits which include: * Free meals whilst at work * Career development opportunities * HIT Apprenticeships for all experience levels * Reward & recognition schemes * People awards to celebrate our employees * Work/life balance * Employee Benefits Platform * Employee Assistance Program * Recommend a friend scheme * Company sick pay scheme * Prestigious working environments * Team events scheduled throughout the year * 28 Holiday days inclusive of bank holidays * Pension scheme * Competitive salary We invest in the training and development of our teams to give them the appropriate skills necessary to thrive in their job roles. We have outstanding teams of experienced professionals who tailor our catering service provision specifically to suit children, of all ages, meeting the bespoke requirements of our clients. "Holroyd Howe is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all employees to share this commitment. All roles within Holroyd Howe are regarded as regulated activity and therefore we require an Enhanced DBS which includes a Barred List Check for all successful applicants. We will also require shortlisted applicants to provide appropriate information regarding their criminal offences." This appointment is offered on the return of satisfactory professional references. IND1
Benefits of working as a Pastry Chef - Windlesham in Windlesham England:
● Excellent benefits
● Opportunities to grow
● Attractive package
