Pastry / Baking Chef - England Company Description Job Title: Pastry Chef/Home Baker Location: Coventry (Warwick Road) About the School: The School is a vibrant and successful independent co-educational school for children aged 3-18. We are proud of our academic achievements and our rich co-curricular program, which includes sports, music, art, drama, and outdoor education. We foster a nurturing and supportive environment where students thrive and develop into confident and articulate individuals. Benefits: Term time working - 170 days per year 3 volunteering days 3 days grandparent leave 24 week's enhanced maternity leave Bespoke training and development opportunities Pension and life insurance Discounts available on our HAPI app; high street shops, holidays & cinema Wellbeing hub Access to employee assistance programme Free meals whilst at work Free on site parking Great transport links 2 min walk from Coventry Railway Station Career development opportunities HIT Apprenticeships for all experience levels Are you a Pastry Chef or the next "Great British Bake Off" future champion looking for a rewarding opportunity? Join us at one of our prestigious independent schools and help create meals that inspire our students. We currently have an exciting opportunity for an Pastry Chef/Home Baker with a background in exceptional food catering services to join our business and work at one of our highly prestigious education settings. Nestled in the heart of Coventry, this prestigious independent school caters for day pupils as well as staff and includes not only a breakfast, lunch but also an extensive hospitality service. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled individual to make a name for themselves within our contract catering company and be a part of setting the new standard for education catering. Job Description You will be responsible for creating delicious, high-quality cakes and biscuits from scratch for our students and staff. As well as having an excellent presentation, organisational and communication skills, you will be able to demonstrate a real passion for food & service and possess bags of enthusiasm. Prepare and bake a variety of cakes, pastries, biscuits, and other baked goods from scratch, adhering to recipes and maintaining high standards of quality and presentation. Ensure the quality and presentation of all dishes meet the company's standards and client expectations. Oversee stock control and ordering to maintain appropriate inventory levels while minimizing waste. Collaborate with the catering team to execute special events, themed dinners, and other culinary initiatives. Maintain a clean and organised kitchen environment, always following health and safety regulations. Stay updated on industry trends, culinary techniques, and new ingredients to continuously enhance the menu offerings and overall dining experience. Foster a positive working environment by demonstrating leadership qualities, effective communication, and teamwork. Qualifications Excellent knowledge of baking techniques, ingredients, and equipment A passion for creating delicious and visually appealing baked goods Bring fun and personality to your work Ability to multitask and work efficiently under pressure in a high-volume kitchen environment. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Fun and enthusiastic Have excellent organisation skills. Be a team player and enjoy succeeding as a team. Have a flexible approach to work. Additional Information 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. To provide our teams with the right skills to succeed in their jobs, we invest in their training and development. Our exceptional teams of seasoned specialists customise our catering services to fit children of all ages and satisfy the unique needs of our clients. We pride ourselves on: Sustainability Sustainability is at the heart of our thinking; always mindful of the ethics of our sourcing and how we prepare our meals. Nutrition We take nutrition seriously and understand the impact a healthy diet has on the fundamental years of development. Meals are always freshly prepared from scratch and packed with nutritious ingredients. Food Innovation We offer a wide portfolio of training opportunities and experiences, which attracts chefs who are passionate about culinary excellence and menu innovation to our team. From tasting tables, theme days and food theatre, to chef demonstrations and supplier showcases, we create engaging and fun dining experiences for our students. We work together to make mealtimes exploratory, quirky, and fun for our pupils, helping them build strong and healthy relationships with food. " Holroyd Howe is an equal opportunity 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, it is an offence to apply for a role in regulated activity if you are barred from working with children, therefore we will 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 any criminal offences and shortlisted applicants will be subject to an online search of public available information on suitability to work with children. " This appointment is offered on the return of satisfactory professional references. IND1