Pastry Chef - Malieu Cafe - London

The role will focus on creating exceptional cinnamon rolls, artisan buns and seasonal pastries that become signature products for our customers. You will combine strong practical baking skills with creativity and take ownership of daily pastry production.,

• Develop and produce signature cinnamon rolls, enriched doughs, artisan buns and creative pastries.
• Prepare doughs, fillings and components in advance for fresh daily baking.
• Manage overnight fermentation, refrigeration, proofing and baking schedules.
• Ensure the pastry display is fully stocked and beautifully presented before the 8:00 AM opening.
• Create seasonal flavours, innovative fillings and rotating pastry specials.
• Develop consistent recipes, portion sizes and production procedures.
• Manage ingredient ordering, stock rotation, food costs and waste.
• Maintain high standards of food hygiene, allergen management and kitchen cleanliness.
• Work closely with the brunch kitchen team to use equipment and kitchen space efficiently.
• Train designated team members to bake and finish pastries on your days off.
  
  Previous professional experience as a Pastry Chef, Artisan Baker or Viennoiserie Baker.
• Strong knowledge of yeast-based doughs, enriched doughs, fermentation and proofing.
• Experience producing cinnamon rolls, brioche, buns or similar bakery products.
• Ability to create and develop original recipes.
• Confidence working independently and managing daily production.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Flexibility to work early morning shifts and weekends.
We are looking for someone who is genuinely passionate about pastries and excited to create products with personality. This is an opportunity to take ownership of a new pastry range, contribute original ideas and help establish a recognisable pastry identity within a growing brunch café.