Bakers & confectioners Work, Jobs in Ham, Wil (with Salaries)

Pastry Chef (Full Time)
Highclere Castle —Newbury
- £32,000 - £36,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Culinary experience
- Cooking
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Full time Bake Off Team Member
Reeve the baker Ltd. —Salisbury
- From £12.95 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Hospitality
- Cooking
- Organisational skills
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Part Time Kitchen Team Member
Gail's Bakery —Winchester
- £13.20 an hour
- Part-time
- Employee assistance programme
- Referral programme
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Kitchen Team Member
Gail's Bakery —Winchester
- £13.20 an hour
- Full-time
- Employee assistance programme
- Referral programme
Dessert Chef
Farmhouse Inns - BRA_102 —Swindon
- Part-time
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
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Head Baker
Gail's Bakery —Winchester
- £14.20 an hour
- Full-time
- Employee assistance programme
- Referral programme
Senior Pastry Chef De Partie
Heckfield Place —Heckfield
- £34,013.18 a year
- Weekend availability
- Hotel
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
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Pastry Chef (Full Time)
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Adaptable and capable of thriving in a busy, fast-paced environment. *Ability to work efficiently, calmly, and professionally in a fast-paced kitchen…
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Pastry Chef (Full Time)

Highclere Castle
Newbury

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Job details

Full-time
£32,000 - £36,000 a year

Benefits

On-site parking

Qualifications

Hospitality
Food production
Culinary experience
Cooking
Baking
Pastry experience
Food preparation
Food safety
Kitchen experience
Time management

Full job description

Pastry Chef

Location: Highclere Castle
Hours: Full Time
Salary: £32,000 - £36,000

Essential Requirements

Before applying, please ensure you meet the following criteria:

Proven experience as a Pastry Chef in a high-volume, high-end hospitality, restaurant, hotel, or events environment.
Strong technical pastry and baking skills with the ability to produce consistently high-quality products.
Experience managing or taking responsibility for a pastry section and its daily operations.
Excellent attention to detail with a passion for presentation, quality, and consistency.
Comprehensive knowledge of food safety, hygiene, health & safety, and COSHH regulations.
Ability to work efficiently, calmly, and professionally in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

About the Role

We are seeking a talented and passionate Pastry Chef to join the culinary team at Highclere Castle, one of the UK's most iconic visitor attractions and the world-famous filming location of Downton Abbey.

With a long-standing reputation for exceptional hospitality, fine dining, afternoon teas, private events, and exclusive tours, Highclere Castle is dedicated to delivering memorable culinary experiences. The Pastry Chef plays a vital role in maintaining these high standards by producing outstanding pastries, desserts, and baked goods for both visitors and prestigious events.

This is an exciting opportunity for a creative and skilled pastry professional to showcase their expertise in a unique and historic setting.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare and produce a wide range of high-quality pastries, desserts, cakes, and baked goods to the highest standards.
Take ownership of the pastry section, overseeing day-to-day operations and ensuring smooth service delivery.
Work closely with the Head Chef to develop and create seasonal menus for:
Afternoon teas
Private tours
Corporate events
Special dining experiences
Ensure exceptional presentation, consistency, and quality across all pastry offerings.
Maintain effective stock control and minimise waste within the pastry section.
Support and collaborate with the wider kitchen team as required.
Ensure all food hygiene, food safety, health & safety, and COSHH regulations are followed at all times.
Maintain a clean, organised, and efficient working environment, including all equipment and preparation areas.

Skills & Experience

Proven experience as a Pastry Chef or in a similar role within a professional kitchen.
Strong knowledge of pastry production, baking techniques, dessert preparation, and presentation.
Experience working within luxury hospitality, fine dining, hotels, restaurants, or event catering environments is highly desirable.
Creative approach to menu development and seasonal product creation.
Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
Strong understanding of food production processes and kitchen operations.
Ability to work independently while contributing positively to a wider kitchen team.
Formal culinary training or qualifications in Patisserie, Baking, or Professional Cookery are advantageous.

What We're Looking For

The successful candidate will be:

Passionate about pastry, baking, and creating exceptional guest experiences.
Committed to maintaining the highest culinary standards.
Detail-oriented with pride in presentation and consistency.
Adaptable and capable of thriving in a busy, fast-paced environment.
A positive team player with a proactive and professional attitude.

Why Join Highclere Castle?

Opportunity to work at one of the UK's most prestigious and recognisable visitor destinations.
Be part of a highly regarded culinary and hospitality team.
Work across a diverse range of services including afternoon teas, fine dining, private events, and exclusive experiences.
Contribute to delivering memorable dining experiences in a unique historic setting.
Develop your skills and career within an exceptional hospitality environment.

Apply Today

If you are a skilled Pastry Chef with a passion for excellence, creativity, and delivering exceptional culinary experiences, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now and become part of the team at Highclere Castle.

Pay: £32,000.00-£36,000.00 per year

Benefits:

On-site parking

Ability to commute/relocate:

Newbury RG20 9RN: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

Pastry Chef: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person

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