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Are you a pastry chef with a flair for flavor and an eye for aesthetics? This is your chance to work where culinary artistry meets viral fame. We're the creators of the cake that captured hearts around the globe—and now, we're looking for talented pastry chefs keen to maintain the integrity of this amazing product.
Working in our watermelon-scented Production Kitchen, you will contribute to crafting our most iconic cake, whilst further developing your skills as a Pastry Chef among our valued team.
Responsibilities
* Contribute to crafting our iconic cake in a high-volume production kitchen.
* Maintain a high standard of quality control with attention to detail while ensuring operational efficiency.
* Support the team in maintaining brand integrity and delivering a consistent product.
* Foster healthy teamwork and constructive working relationships.
* Communicate clearly and professionally, escalating concerns as appropriate.
* Be flexible and adaptable to meet changing demands of the business.
What We Offer
* A competitive salary in a high-achieving environment.
* Work-life balance with non-typical hospitality hours.
* Take your birthday off or celebrate with a birthday cake gift.
* Complimentary four-portion cake of your choice for your birthday.
* Additional wellbeing leave to support mental health and well-being.
* Employee discounts across our brand family.
* Access to an Employee Assistance Program—free, confidential counselling and support.
Qualifications
* Proven experience in a Pastry Chef role, ideally at least 2 years.
* Experience in a production kitchen or high-volume patisserie.
* Strong attention to detail with a focus on quality control without compromising operational efficiency.
* Understanding of the impact of the Pastry Chef role on the success of the store and Black Star Pastry brand.
* Knowledge of current restaurant and hospitality industry trends.
* Ability to work well within a team and build constructive working relationships.
* Clear, professional, authentic, and concise communication, with the ability to escalate concerns as appropriate.
* Flexibility and adaptability to meet the changing demands of our agile business.
About Us
Black Star Pastry started as a boutique patisserie in Newtown in 2008 and has since grown into an established and loved brand. Our claim to fame is the Strawberry Watermelon Cake, a dessert that has taken social media by storm and earned recognition from the New York Times as the world\'s most Instagrammed cake.
We foster a progressive and inclusive culture with a diverse, highly engaged, and collaborative team who thrive in a fun, hands-on environment. We're passionate about our brand and dedicated to what we do.
How to Apply
If you're excited about joining our dynamic company and starting your journey with a galaxy of delicious treats, we want to hear from you. Simply follow the prompts to complete our online application for this role.
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