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What you’ll do • Produce a wide range of pastry, desserts, and baked goods to the highest standard., • Maintain consistency and quality in every product, in line with Ottolenghi recipes and brand identity., • Manage the pastry section efficiently, ensuring production is planned and delivered on time., • Assist with recipe development and creative contributions to the pastry offering., • Ensure full compliance with food safety, allergen, and hygiene regulations., • Support stock management, ordering, and waste reduction within the pastry section., • Collaborate with the wider kitchen team on menus, events, and product launches., • Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment. What we’re looking for • 2+ years of experience in a pastry or bakery role within a quality kitchen environment., • Strong technical skills across pastry, patisserie, and baking., • Excellent knowledge of food safety and allergen management. Key skills • High attention to detail and a passion for precision and presentation., • Creative flair combined with strong technical foundations., • Ability to work to tight timescales and manage multiple products simultaneously., • Strong communication and interpersonal skills., • Well-organised with excellent attention to detail., • Comfortable using relevant IT systems., • Ability to multitask and problem-solve in a fast-paced environment., • Calm under pressure with a solution-focused mindset., • A genuine passion for pastry, baking, and confectionery and continuous improvement. What’s in it for you? • 28 days annual leave per year, inclusive of bank holidays, • Delicious Ottolenghi staff meals on shift and generous staff discount, • Health and well-being support through our HSF healthcare plan (covering dental, optical, physiotherapy, and more), plus a 24/7 GP helpline and access to Perkbox discounts, • Refer a Friend Bonus: £500 for each successful referral, • Learning & Development opportunities including management coaching, WSET wine training, Ottolenghi Chef’s Academy workshops, and access to external courses, • A warm, inclusive working culture where individuality, growth, and creativity are celebrated, • Enhanced Parental Pay after two years’ service, • A special birthday treat to celebrate your day, • Exclusive workshops and demos, including cooking, food, wine, and cocktail sessions in the Ottolenghi Test Kitchen, • A collaborative and creative environment where your ideas are valued