Head Pastry Chef

4 weeks ago

Bruton, United Kingdom The Newt in Somerset Full time
Head Pastry Chef£35,000 per annum plus annual performance bonus and fantastic benefits45 hours per week - flexible weekends, early mornings and late afternoonswww.thenewtinsomerset.com
See our products here
Our Head Pastry Chef

We are looking for an experienced pastry
chef to lead the bakeries pastry team in developing, making and supplying a
range of cakes, tarts, biscuits and savoury bakes. Working alongside our Head Baker and Head of Bakery you will oversee and supervise the team. Engaging in
NPD, production and overseeing packaging. This is a key position within our
team and we are looking for an experienced production Head Pastry Chef to take
our offering and team to the next level. You will be responsible for the day to
day operation of the bakery and supervising more junior members of staff. Your
eye for detail will be exceptional and you will have great people management skills.



This is a very exciting
opportunity to join a growing business and a department moving into a brand new
facility. 

Key Responsibilities

  • New product development for pastry
    products
  • Day to day operation of pastry team, team
    management
  • Prepare
    and bake a variety of high-quality cakes, tarts, cookies and other products inline
    with specs
  • Ensure
    the freshness and presentation of all baked goods meet the The Newt standard
    and guests expectations.
  • Maintain
    cleanliness and organisation of the bakery area, including equipment, tools and
    workstations.
  • Production
    planning
  • Control
    quality and consistency, checking of all outgoing orders
  • Maintain
    a positive and professional attitude while working in a fast-paced,
    high-pressure environment.
  • To
    maintain the company’s vision and ethos.
  • To
    ensure all products are delivered and packaged on time.
  • To
    ensure Health and Safety and Food Safety legislation are adhered to; this will
    involve appropriate training.

What we can offer

  • A positive workplace environment with opportunities to develop both personally and professionally.
  • Stay in shape with our complimentary use of our gym and wellbeing classes
  • Look after your wellbeing with complimentary access to our Spa and swimming pools and our exclusive benefit of 50% of Spa Treatments.
  • Enjoy shopping in both our shops on estate and online with 30% discount for all our colleagues and free delivery for any online purchases. 
  • Discover exclusive perks with our Discounted hotel stays for staff, accompanied by a fantastic 30% discount at our restaurants.
  • The opportunity to ensure your views are heard and shape the future of the business via our Employee Engine Room.
  • Complimentary garden membership for the Newt and our partner gardens including the Eden Project, Kew Gardens and The Lost Gardens of Heligan
  • Complimentary meal whilst on shift, created using fresh produce from our estate by our dedicated staff food chefs
  • We value your hard work and recognise your achievements through our colleague recognition programme “Newt Awards” with the opportunity to achieve a variety of amazing rewards including a complimentary Hotel Stay.
  • Support from our Employee Assistance Programme for both yourself and your family
  • A team that knows how to have fun with regular team engagement activities including monthly Gather and Grow Motivational Speakers and our regular fun squad events, which include activities such as Go-Karting and Wine Tasting, to name but a few. 
  • Up to 30 days annual leave each year for our full-time team
What we're looking for 

  • Production
    pastry experience
  • Ability
    to work flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings and weekends
  • Great
    attitude and a can do attitude, and willingness to learn and progress;
  • Strong attention to
    detail and organizational skills.
  • Familiarity with
    industry-standard baking equipment and techniques.
  • Strong understanding
    of food safety and sanitation practices, with previous experience maintaining a
    clean and hygienic baking environment.
  • Adaptability and
    willingness to learn and embrace new recipes, techniques, and industry trends.
Where you'll be working - Our Bakery

The newt bakery is a 7 day a week
operation supplying our hospitality and retail businesses with World Class
artisan breads and baked good. As a working estate, seasonality plays a large
part in the operation meaning you’ll get the opportunity to work with some of
the freshest produce Somerset has to offer. Creating unique exciting products
for various outlets. We work with only the highest quality ingredients sourced
from the estate, local suppliers or the best in the country, all our products
are produced with wild farmed flour. Our bakery is growing and in 6 months time
will move into a state of the art facility, allowing us to develop our range of
pastries and cakes even further.

Who are we - The Newt in Somerset

Nestled within an expanse of rolling fields and steeped in ancient history, our luxury country estate stands as a haven of refined elegance, inviting guests to explore acres of captivating gardens, meandering pathways, and enriching exhibitions - accessible 364 days a year for our  members. Our hotel extends a warm welcome, offering a home-away-from-home experience where impeccable service flourishes in an ambiance of unassuming sophistication. Beyond the estate, the Newt's essence remains tangible, with our Ecommerce teams delivering our finest products to homes, while media and membership endeavours keep them informed of our latest developments. Behind the scenes, a tapestry of talented teams - from Housekeeping to HR, Finance to Farming - collaborates harmoniously, crafting an unforgettable journey of growth, development, and innovation, where every contribution creates unparalleled experiences




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