Pastry Chef

Cornstore Cork is looking for a passionate and talented Pastry Chef to join our Kitchen team.

We are looking for someone who takes pride in creating high quality, beautifully presented desserts, breads and pastries while maintaining the highh standards and creativity that our guests expect from Cornstore.

The Role

As Pastry Chef, you will be responsible for the preparation and presentation of our dessert and pastry offering, working closely with the Head Chef and wider kitchen team.

Key responsibilities include:

• Preparing and producing a range of high-quality desserts, pastries and baked goods.
• Creating new and seasonal dessert ideas in line with our restaurant style.
• Ensuring excellent presentation and consistency across all dishes.
• Maintaining high standards of food quality, hygiene and cleanliness.
• Managing pastry stock and minimising waste.
• Ensuring all food preparation is carried out efficiently and to the required standards.
• Working as part of a busy and professional kitchen team.
• Supporting the development of the dessert menu using fresh, quality ingredients.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who is:

• A pastry chef with at least two years experience
• Passionate about pastry, desserts and the hospitality industry.
• Creative, with a strong eye for presentation and detail.
• Organised and able to work efficiently in a busy kitchen.
• A strong team player with excellent communication skills.
• Committed to maintaining high standards at all times.
• Knowledgeable about food safety and HACCP procedures.
• Reliable, professional and enthusiastic.

What We Offer

• A position in one of Cork's established restaurants.
• A professional and supportive kitchen environment.
• Opportunity to develop and showcase your pastry skills.
• The opportunity to contribute ideas to our dessert offering.
• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Opportunities for career development and progression.

If you are passionate about pastry and would like to be part of the Cornstore Cork team, we would love to hear from you.

Pay: €15.00-€18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30.0 – 48.0 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount

Experience:

• Pastry Chef: 2 years (required)

Work authorisation:

• Ireland (required)

Work Location: In person