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Head Pastry Chef – Midsummer House
Location: Midsummer House, Midsummer Common, Cambridge CB4 1HASalary: Up to£50,000 per annum (DOE) + Tips
Days: This is a full-time job, four days a week. The restaurant is open Wednesday to Saturday. Flexibility to work all shifts between all specified days is required.
Holiday: 5 weeks holiday (inclusive of 2 weeks over Christmas, 1 week in spring and 2 weeks in summer)
About us
As Midsummer House forges ahead into its third decade, Daniel Clifford’s elegant, sophisticated modern British cooking continues to evolve. For over twenty years, passion and creativity have skilfully shaped the menu at Midsummer House, showcasing the finest seasonal produce and offering a contemporary British dining experience of the highest quality.
We are currently looking to expand the team by adding a Head Pastry Chef who is committed to providing an unparalleled service to our guests.
SUMMARY OF POSITION
To assist the Head Chef and kitchen team; ensuring that the food produced is of a high standard and is delivered in the time requested. Ensures a ‘positive’, ‘can do’ attitude.- Preparation, cooking and serving all pastry courses and additional items throughout the menu
- Work alongside the Chef Patron and Head Chef
- Manage the team
- Develop new dishes for the menu alongside the Chef Patron and Head Chef
- Training and overseeing chefs within the team and work closely with them
- Stock control and waste management
- Costings
- Ensure the brigade follows health and safety regulations
- Work along side the head chef to maintain a safe and hygienic workplace
- Must have previous experience at Michelin level
- Demonstrate strong skills in chocolate work, bread preparation and lamination products
- Must be a team player, and willing to help where needed
- Comfortable working environment, with air-conditioned kitchens
- Separate air-conditioned room for bread and chocolate work
- Competitive salary and package
- Ongoing development and career prospects
- Free staff meals whilst on-duty
So, if you’re looking to progress your career as our Head Pastry Chef, please apply via the button shown.
Job Types: Full-time, PermanentPay: Up to £50,000.00 per year
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person