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• Company DescriptionPastry AssistantLocation: Haberdashers Boys School 
• Rate of pay: up to £14.00phHours: 35 hours per weekWeeks: 35 weeks Benefits:28 days holiday 3 volunteering days3 days grandparent leave24 week’s enhanced maternity leaveBespoke training and development opportunitiesPension and life insuranceDiscounts available on our Perkbox app; high street shops, holidays & cinemaWellbeing hubAccess to employee assistance programmeFree meals whilst at workCareer development opportunitiesHIT Apprenticeships for all experience levelsHaberdashers Boys School is one of the leading Independent schools in the UK with excellent facilities, catering for 1000 covers per day, Cafe and a Grab and Go unit. Haberdashers also caters for hospitality events on top making it a go to venue events all year round. With food at the heart of every pupil's development, we are looking to recruit an organised, experienced, and enthusiastic Pastry Assistant who understands large-scale operations and is willing to make their mark.Job DescriptionWe are seeking a detail-oriented and efficient Pastry Assistant to join our culinary team.As a Pastry Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting our pastry chefs in creating delicious baked goods and desserts for our customers.Assist pastry chefs in preparing a variety of baked goods, including cakes, pastries, and dessertsMix, shape, and bake dough for various pastry itemsDecorate cakes and pastries as directed by the pastry chefMaintain a clean and organized work area, adhering to food safety and hygiene standardsAssist in inventory management and restocking of suppliesCollaborate with kitchen staff to ensure timely preparation of desserts for serviceFollow recipes and instructions precisely to maintain consistency in product qualityParticipate in team efforts to improve processes and create new menu itemsQualificationsFood handling certification preferredKnowledge of basic baking and pastry techniquesStrong attention to detail and ability to follow recipes accuratelyExcellent time management and organisational skillsUnderstanding of food safety and hygiene practicesAbility to work efficiently in a fast-paced environmentTeam player with good communication skillsFlexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and lates on occasionPrior experience in a bakery or pastry kitchenPassion for baking and creating high-quality dessertsAdditional InformationHolroyd Howe is one of the UK’s leading contract caterers, providing fresh innovative food services solely to independent schools and colleges. We are a team of experienced professionals who tailor our catering service provision specifically to suit children of all ages in order to meet the bespoke requirements of each school.To provide our teams with the right skills to succeed in their jobs, we invest in their training and development. Our exceptional teams of seasoned specialists customise our catering services to fit children of all ages and satisfy the unique needs of our clients.We pride ourselves on:SustainabilitySustainability is at the heart of our thinking; always mindful of the ethics of our sourcing and how we prepare our meals.NutritionWe take nutrition seriously and understand the impact a healthy diet has on the fundamental years of development. Meals are always freshly prepared from scratch and packed with nutritious ingredients.Food InnovationWe offer a wide portfolio of training opportunities and experiences, which attracts chefs who are passionate about culinary excellence and menu innovation to our team.From tasting tables, theme days and food theatre, to chef demonstrations and supplier showcases, we create engaging and fun dining experiences for our students. We work together to make mealtimes exploratory, quirky, and fun for our pupils, helping them build strong and healthy relationships with food.Holroyd Howe is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all employees to share this commitment. All roles within Holroyd Howe involve regulated activity. It is a criminal offence for individuals barred from working with children to apply for such roles. An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, including a Barred List check will be required for all successful applicants. Shortlisted applicants will be asked to provide information about relevant criminal offences and will be subject to an online search of publicly available information. This search helps identify any issues that may affect suitability to work with children.This appointment is offered on the return of satisfactory professional references.IND1