Pastry Chef
Location: Lara Patisserie, 20 The Cross, WA13 0HU
Job Type: Full-time / Part-time (32-45 hours per week)
Pay: £13.00 per hour
About Us
Lara Patisserie is an artisan patisserie dedicated to producing handcrafted pastries, viennoiserie, cakes, and seasonal creations using quality ingredients and traditional techniques. We take pride in exceptional quality, consistency, and beautiful presentation, creating products that our customers genuinely look forward to.
The Role
We are looking for a talented and motivated Pastry Chef to join our growing team. This role is ideal for someone who is new to the industry and looking to improve as a pastry chef, someone who has a genuine passion for artisan pastry and enjoys working in a fast-paced, quality-focused environment.
The successful candidate will work closely with the Head Pastry Chef to produce a range of handcrafted pastries while maintaining the highest standards of quality, cleanliness, and organisation.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and produce laminated pastries, viennoiserie, cakes, tarts, and seasonal specials.
- Assist with mixing, laminating, shaping, proving, baking, decorating, and finishing products.
- Maintain exceptional consistency and presentation across all products.
- Follow recipes accurately while helping improve efficiency and minimise waste.
- Ensure food safety, hygiene, and cleanliness standards are maintained at all times.
- Monitor ingredient quality and report stock shortages.
- Help with daily preparation, packing, and organisation for wholesale orders.
- Work efficiently during busy periods while maintaining attention to detail.
- Contribute ideas for new seasonal products and menu development.
Essential Skills & Experience
- Previous experience as a Pastry Chef or Baker. (Minimum 1 year experience)
- Knowledge of pastry, viennoiserie, and baking techniques.
- Strong attention to detail and pride in producing high-quality products.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a small team.
- Good organisational and time management skills.
- Flexible working hours, willing to work early mornings.
- Understanding of food hygiene and HACCP procedures.
What We Offer
- Competitive pay based on experience.
- 10% staff discount on products.
- Opportunities for training and professional development.
- A supportive and creative working environment.
- The chance to grow with an expanding artisan patisserie.
If you're passionate about artisan pastry and want to be part of a team that values craftsmanship, quality, and creativity, we'd love to hear from you.
Pay: From £13.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
Education:
- A-Level or equivalent (required)
Work Location: In person
