Pastry Chef [Bakery]

Have you experience in pastry baking and are looking for a new or different challenge? Then Luminary Bakery might be the place for you. We run a social enterprise compromised of two kitchen and café sites and we are looking for a passionate and hard working individual to take us to the next level. Salary: Dependent on experience (starting from £14 p/hour)Work Locations: Camden & Stoke Newington Hours: 24 hours per week (flexible options available)Shifts: Across Monday - SundayReports to: Bakery ManagerEmployed by: Luminary Bakery LtdApplications: Accepted on a rolling basisStart date: ASAPJob Purpose: To deliver fresh and delicious pastries and baked goods to our customers on a daily basis.Key Responsibilities:Responsible for high quality pastries for the café's and corporate orders from preparation to production of all pastry food items according to specificationsFollow and help develop recipes, ensuring optimum product quality standardsEnsure allergen and recipe data is up to dateMake recommendations for recipes and product improvements (e.g. gluten-free or vegan options)Track food supplies for ordering as needed Manage high volumesAssisting and ensuring production deadlines are metEnsuring every product leaves the bakery to the highest quality standardsMaintaining food hygiene and safety standards as per company policy Further bakery tasks such as completing daily checks of the premises, assisting with the organisation of the bakery itself and logging deliveries Participating in cleaning and sanitation of all kitchen equipment before and after use.Person SpecificationEssential:Good understanding of allergens and quality risksGood understanding and some experience of a commercial kitchenAble to both work alone and in a team environmentAble to laminate and roll pastries (croissant, pains au chocolat...)Prior experience working as a Pastry Chef including proofing and viennoiserieGood English language communication skills Ability to maintain and follow recipes, processes and standardsDrive and ambition with a passion for pastry, adaptable with a willingness to learnFlexible availability, working any days across the whole week between Monday - SundayFull, valid UK working visaDesirable Professional baking qualifications are desirable but not essential.Job Perks:Free barista coffee every working day50% discount off all Luminary onsite food & drink plus family + friends discount 20% discount off Luminary online purchases Regular opportunities for training and professional developmentWellness Action Plan developed to keep you healthy at workSummer & Christmas staff socialsOpportunities to be involved in press coverage of LuminaryFree Birthday cake every year after a full year of employmentPlease ensure you will respect and apply with Luminary Faith Policy.