Experienced Pastry baker

Job Description

St John Bakery is investing in its pastry team, reporting into the pastry section lead we are looking for a Pastry Baker with real skills, good judgement, and care for the craft. The role is to make pastries, cakes and other baked goods to a high standard, using the best ingredients and sound technique. You will need to work neatly, keep pace, and take pride in doing things well.

You'll also be part of a bakery connected to the wider St John restaurant group, with real opportunity to learn from a world-renowned kitchen.

• Follow recipes and production plans to keep quality steady and standards high.
• Finish and present products with care and attention.
• Weigh, mix, prove, shape, and bake ingredients accurately.
• Watch baking times, temperatures, and product quality closely.
• Keep the bakery clean, orderly, and safe at all times.
• Work in line with food safety, hygiene, and health and safety rules.
• Keep an eye on stock levels and help with ordering ingredients and supplies.
• Reduce waste and rotate stock properly using FIFO principles.
• Use bakery equipment safely and look after it properly.
• Help develop new recipes and seasonal items where needed.

Job Requirements

• Previous experience as a Pastry Baker, Baker, or in a similar role.
• Good knowledge of pastry work, baking methods, and ingredients.
• Able to work well and keep calm in a busy kitchen.
• Strong timekeeping and organisation.
• Careful attention to detail and a steady hand.
• Able to work on your own and as part of a team.
• Clear communication.
• Good understanding of food safety and hygiene.
• Experience with laminated doughs.

Job Location

St. JOHN Bakery 72 Druid Street
London SE1 2HQ