Pastry Chef De Partie

This is an exciting role and an amazing opportunity to join Moving Venue, a privately owned group of hospitality, catering and event management businesses based in South East London.

Moving Venue has a prestigious history of over 40 years as one of the leading event caterers in the capital, operating events across some of the most Unique Venues of London ranging from Museums, Palaces and Galleries to blank canvases and warehouse spaces.

This role is a great opportunity for someone looking to grow within an exciting and fast-moving business. The ideal candidate will be eager to learn from an experienced team.

Moving Venue are thrilled to be recruiting for this exciting role within the company, this is a chance to join a respected caterer at an exciting new time in its 40-year history.

Quality, passion and integrity are at the core of everything we do, coupled with our inimitable drive, personality and pioneering creativity that comes from being an entrepreneurial organisation. We pride ourselves on delivering experiences that our customers love and that our team is proud to be associated with.

Food is the beating heart of our company. Our desserts are creatively designed, visually stunning and taste delicious. Using the finest, sustainably sourced ingredients, we love creating exquisite desserts, sweet treats, and afternoon teas, that not only look amazing but taste amazing too.

The candidate will be a key member of the kitchen brigade, assisting the senior kitchen team. The candidate will be required to ensure that Moving Venue continues to operate its events to an ‘industry-leading’ standard.

• Collaborating with the pastry kitchen brigade, including the senior team, ensuring customer satisfaction is consistently exceeded.
• Support the team to guarantee that the pastry kitchen products consistently meet the highest standards of quality and are delivered in a timely fashion.
• Stay current with all required training and provide guidance to junior members to ensure they are also up to date. This includes fire training, health and safety protocols, food safety training, and any other relevant certifications.
• Assist the Group Executive Pastry Chef and senior team to create seasonal desserts and bespoke amenities to complement our menus.
• Acquire proficiency in our online systems, which encompass recording temperatures, opening/closing procedures, and more. Take ownership of complying with any necessary documentation that is legally required.
• Be confident in accurate food ordering, and production, reducing food waste where possible and adhering to recipe specifications.
• Complying with the requirements of MV’s Health & Safety/Food Safety policy and procedures and observing safe working practices both at base and at events.

• Enjoy being part of a bustling kitchen environment and thrive in teamwork. Possess the confidence to assume responsibility and provide support to the senior team in effectively managing kitchen operations.
• Previous experience in large-scale events is preferred but not mandatory. Equally important is proficiency in coordinating more intimate, high-end events.
• Possess excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrate the capacity to foster positive working relationships within the team, across departments, and with external colleagues.
• Have a strong knowledge of food seasonality and trends and have excellent technical abilities.
• Be highly organised and have a logical approach to prioritising the workload.
• Always strive for excellence in every aspect, whether it’s in planning, production, or service delivery.
• Have a can-do positive attitude.

• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Performance-related bonus 
• Free parking at our Head Office/Pastry Production Kitchen 
• Holiday allowance starts at 27 days plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service
• Access to Medicash health plan 
• Access to fantastic restaurant and bar discounts via the CODE app 
• Enhanced parental leave pay – subject to length of service 
• Travel loan 
• Delicious, healthy snacks and lunches available daily 
• Fabulous regular social events 
• Fun and vibrant company culture
• Generous refer-a-friend bonus

To apply, please forward your CV to francesca@smartgroupltd.co.uk