Pastry cook Work, Jobs in Henlow (with Salaries)

Dessert Maker
Chocoberry Milton Keynes —Milton Keynes
- From £12.71 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Cooking
- In-person
- Kitchen experience
- Employee discount
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Cook & Pastry Chef (Afternoon Tea Specialist)
Ruffles 79 London —Hemel Hempstead
- £12.50 - £14.00 an hour
- Part-time
- Culinary experience
- Cooking
- In-person
- Employee discount
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Senior Pastry Chef
DULCIS gelato&pasticcini —Cambridge
- £30,000 - £34,000 a year
- Full-time
- Culinary experience
- Cooking
- No degree
- Flexitime
- Employee discount
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4d
Chef De Partie - £15.39 per hour
University Arms —Cambridge
- £12.79 - £15.39 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Bar
- Cooking
- English
- Referral programme

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Dessert Maker

Chocoberry Milton Keynes
Milton Keynes

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time | Zero hours contract
From £12.71 an hour

Benefits

Discounted or free food
Employee discount

Qualifications

Cooking
Pastry experience
Food preparation
Food safety
Kitchen experience

Full job description

Chocoberry is looking for a focused and detail-oriented Dessert Maker to join our kitchen team. In this role, you will be the creative hands behind our signature menu items. You will be responsible for the preparation, cooking, and plating of our handcrafted treats, ensuring every waffle, crêpe, and choco puff is perfectly made and beautifully presented before it reaches our guests.

If you love working with food, take pride in high-quality presentation, and thrive in a fast-paced kitchen environment, this is the role for you.

Key ResponsibilitiesDessert Production

Prepare and cook Chocoberry’s signature desserts, including:
Freshly made waffles
Delicate crêpes
Golden choco puffs
Follow recipe specifications and presentation standards consistently.

Artistic Plating & Presentation

Assemble and decorate desserts using toppings, fruits, sauces, and garnishes.
Ensure all desserts meet Chocoberry’s high-standard, social-media-ready presentation guidelines.

Kitchen Preparation

Prepare ingredients ahead of service, including:
Slicing fruits
Whipping cream
Mixing batters
Restocking toppings and sauces
Maintain efficient workflow during busy service periods.

Food Safety & Hygiene

Keep the dessert station clean, organised, and hygienic at all times.
Follow all UK food safety regulations, temperature controls, and allergen management procedures.
Ensure safe food handling and storage practices are always maintained.

Station Management

Monitor ingredient levels throughout shifts.
Rotate stock using the FIFO (First In, First Out) method.
Help minimise food waste and maintain stock quality.

Requirements & ExperienceExperience

Previous experience as a dessert maker, pastry commis, baker, or line cook is highly desirable.
A strong passion for food preparation and willingness to learn is essential.

Kitchen Skills

Excellent hand-eye coordination and attention to detail.
Ability to plate desserts neatly and consistently under pressure.

Pace & Stamina

Comfortable working in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
Able to maintain speed, accuracy, and presentation quality during busy evening and weekend rushes.

Food Hygiene

Basic understanding of food hygiene and kitchen safety practices.
A Level 2 Food Safety Certificate is highly advantageous.

Flexibility

Available to work flexible shifts, including evenings, weekends, and peak trading periods.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for someone who:

Takes pride in presentation and consistency
Works well under pressure
Has a positive attitude and strong work ethic
Enjoys being part of a fast-moving kitchen team
Is eager to learn and grow within the business

Pay: From £12.71 per hour

Benefits:

Discounted or free food
Employee discount

Work Location: In person

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Dessert Maker

Cook & Pastry Chef (Afternoon Tea Specialist)

Senior Pastry Chef

Chef De Partie - £15.39 per hour

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