Pastry Chef - Bruton, Somerset

Pastry Chef - Bruton, Somerset

£30,000 per annum plus fantastic benefits

45 hours per week

Includes a variety of early mornings and late afternoons

Our Pastry Chef

We are looking for a team member with experience to join our bakery team. You'll be supporting our Head of Bakery and team in the daily preparations of cakes, tarts, cookies, baking and packing products.

You will be working alongside experienced bakers to deliver great produce for the Estate and online orders ensuring our products are of the highest quality.

This is a great opportunity for the right candidate that is keen to grow and develop.

Key Responsibilities

• To support our current baking team
• Prepare and bake a variety of high-quality cakes, tarts, cookies and other products according to recipes and standards set by The Newt.
• Ensure the freshness and presentation of all baked goods meet the The Newt standard and guests expectations.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the bakery area, including equipment, tools and workstations.
• Monitor inventory levels of baking ingredients and supplies.
• Assist in the development and testing of new recipes and baking techniques.
• 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.
• To ensure that you are correctly dressed, adhere to high personal hygiene standards.

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

• Experience in a bakery environment;
• Ability to work flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Great 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 is the beating heart of our Food and Beverage offerings across the estate. Creating World Class artisan breads and baked goods for our restaurants and retail outlets. We bake fresh every and use only the highest quality ingredients 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.

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