Job Title: Head Pastry Chef
Location: Boxcar Baker & Deli, Marylebone, London
Hours: 48 hours per week
Salary: Very competitive pay (£45,000 – £55,000 yearly)
About Us:
Boxcar Bread and Wine is a premium dining destination known for its dedication to excellence and innovation in artisanal pastries and high-quality brunch offerings. Everything we serve is made fresh daily in-house, ensuring exceptional quality and craftsmanship.
The Role:
We are seeking an exceptional Head Pastry Chef to lead our pastry kitchen and oversee the production of high-end pastries that embody creativity and precision. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the pastry menu at Boxcar, contribute to our growing reputation, and work with a team that values excellence in every detail.
Responsibilities:
1. Lead the pastry kitchen operations, ensuring the highest standards of quality, consistency, and presentation.
2. Develop, test, and execute a range of high-end pastries, including laminated products such as croissants, danishes, and puff pastry.
3. Manage daily production schedules and ensure all pastries are fresh and ready for service.
4. Maintain and refine recipes, ensuring precision and consistency in all baked goods.
5. Train, mentor, and inspire the pastry team, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
6. Oversee inventory, ordering, and cost control to minimize waste and maximize efficiency.
7. Ensure all health, safety, and hygiene standards are strictly adhered to.
8. Collaborate with the management team to create seasonal menus and innovative new products.
Requirements:
1. Proven experience as a Head Pastry Chef or Senior Pastry Chef in a high-end establishment.
2. Expert laminating skills, with a deep understanding of techniques and processes for producing world-class pastries.
3. Passion for creating innovative and visually stunning pastries.
4. Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and develop a team.
5. Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to maintaining the highest quality standards.
6. Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
7. A creative mindset with the ability to adapt to evolving trends and customer preferences.
8. Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene regulations.
What We Offer:
1. Very competitive pay.
2. Opportunity to work with a passionate and professional team.
3. A chance to shape the pastry offerings at a renowned venue.
4. Supportive and dynamic working environment.
Experience: Required
Employment: Full-time
Benefits: Service charge is not capped
Starting time: Immediate start!
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