Patisserie Chef
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Position Overview & Specifications
Bread Source is an independent, contemporary bakery specialising in additive free, artisan bread and pastries. We have 7 outlets based in Norfolk with exciting growth plans for the future.
All our products are made from scratch using real/ good ingredients and are crafted through traditional methods.
We're looking to hire a pastry cook to join our growing team at our main bakery unit in Norwich working a variety of shift patterns. Previous bakery experience is ideal but we're also willing to train if the right candidate comes along.
You must :
- Create and develop recipes for a variety of baked goods - Cakes, Donuts, cookies, Danish, Tray bakes.
- Ensure to adhere to health and safety regulations and food handling procedures.
- Maintain inventory and order supplies as needed.
- Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment, including all equipment and utensils.
- Collaborate with other bakery staff to ensure that orders are completed on time.
- Prepare and produce baked goods. Cakes, Donuts, cookies, Danish, Tray bakes.
- Keep up-to-date with new pastry trends and techniques.
All bakers are expected to:
- Work in an efficient manner within a commercial environment
- Follow our health and safety procedures
- Be aware of personal safety and the safety of others
- Be reliable and punctual
- Ability to work as a team.
If you think this could be you- please send us a CV with a short cover letter telling us a bit about yourself.
Full time hours: 40 per week
Job Types: Full-time, Contract, Permanent
Salary: £23,000.00 per year
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: From £10.90 per hour
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- 5 days a week on a rota basis.
- Must be available to work weekends.
Experience:
- baking: 1 year (preferred)
Shift availability:
- Day shift (preferred)
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £23,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Discounted or free food
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Norwich: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Baking: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Patisserie Chef roles across Bread Source's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £23,000 - £23,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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