pastrycook

About the role You will be responsible for producing and decorating a wide range of cakes, pastries and baked goods to a high standard, including custom orders for special occasions. Key responsibilities Preparing, baking and finishing cakes, tarts, pastries and choux products Producing layered cakes and custom cakes and cookies to client specifications Decorating with royal icing, fondant, buttercream, cream and piping techniques Creating freehand cake and cookie art and bespoke designs Producing chocolate and sugar work decorations Checking the quality of ingredients and finished products Planning daily production and managing stock levels Maintaining a clean and safe kitchen in line with food safety standards Skills and experience required Relevant qualification (e.g. Certificate III or IV in Patisserie or equivalent) and at least 1 o 2 years of experience as a Pastrycook or 3 years of full-time experience as a Pastrycook Demonstrated skills in royal icing, fondant and buttercream decoration Custom and freehand cake and cookie decorating Piping and cream techniques Chocolate work and sugar work Layered cakes, tarts, pastries and choux pastry Strong attention to detail, creativity and the ability to work to deadlines Flexibility to work early mornings and weekends as required