Pastry Chef

Job Description

What you will do…

• Support the kitchen team with the preparation and production of delicious, high-quality dishes.
• Learn and develop your skills across different sections of the kitchen, working closely with our senior chefs.
• Prepare ingredients to the required standard, including washing, peeling, chopping, portioning and basic cooking.
• Follow recipes, preparation lists and instructions to ensure consistency across every dish.
• Keep your section clean, organised and fully stocked throughout service.
• Work as part of the team during busy services, communicating clearly and helping wherever you’re needed.
• Ensure all food is stored, prepared and handled safely, following our food hygiene and safety standards at all times.
• Support with deliveries, stock rotation and maintaining a well-organised kitchen.
• Minimise waste and make the most of our ingredients while maintaining the quality and integrity of our dishes.
• Take pride in every plate that leaves the kitchen, paying attention to presentation, quality and consistency.
• Be curious, ask questions and take every opportunity to learn from the chefs around you.
• Follow all health, safety and food hygiene procedures and contribute to maintaining a safe working environment.
• Bring energy, enthusiasm and a positive attitude to every shift.

Qualifications

What we’re looking for…

• You’re looking for a place where you can be you; no clones in chef whites here.
• A genuine passion for food, hospitality and working with fresh ingredients.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn and develop your skills.
• You’re not precious. We leave our egos at the door and help get things done.
• You’re up for doing things differently and trying (almost) everything once.
• You enjoy working as part of a team and understand that great kitchens are built on collaboration.
• You’re able to stay calm, focused and organised in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• You take pride in your work and care about the quality of the food you produce.
• You have good attention to detail and understand the importance of consistency.
• You’re willing to listen, learn and take direction from senior members of the kitchen team.
• You understand the importance of food hygiene, health and safety, or are keen to learn.
• Previous kitchen or hospitality experience is a bonus, but not essential – we’re looking for the right attitude and a willingness to learn.
• You want to be part of a team that works hard, supports each other and has fun along the way.
• Most importantly, you bring your personality, energy and curiosity to the kitchen every day.

Additional Information

What's in it for you...

• Become part of a team that’s very passionate about creating great hospitality experiences.
• Competitive salary.
• 30 days holiday (including bank holidays), pension and life insurance.
• Food on us during your shift.
• Enjoy a free night at The Hoxton and a meal for two when you first start with us.
• Training to get you settled into your role with ongoing development that helps you think, make and   thrive to set you up for success at work.
• Time off to volunteer with one of our partner charities.
• Hox Hero and Nifty Fifty, our rewards for going the extra mile and living our values.
• An annual diversity and inclusion calendar of events creating opportunities for you to learn, celebrate and make a positive impact.
• Regular team get togethers, from our High Fives to our (pretty special!) team parties – we know how to have a good time!
• The chance to challenge the norm and work in an environment that is both creative and rewarding.
• Join an innovative, fast-growing, international group that is shaking things up on the hospitality scene.
• Excellent discounts across The Hoxton and the global Ennismore family.