Junior Pastry Chef

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Job Summary: We are seeking a passionate Junior Pastry Chef or Pastry Assistant with enthusiasm for cooking and pastry, to join a gastronomic restaurant, supporting the preparation of desserts and other pastry items. Key Highlights: 1. Dynamic and collaborative environment focused on continuous learning 2. Professional training and development alongside an experienced team 3. Opportunities for career growth and job stability **Open References is seeking to hire a Junior Pastry Chef for one of our clients** This is a gastronomic restaurant committed to excellence, product quality, and attention to detail. We seek individuals passionate about cooking and pastry who wish to develop professionally in a dynamic, collaborative, and continuously learning environment. **Job Objective** We are looking for a Pastry Assistant or Pastry Chef to join our team. The selected candidate will support the preparation of desserts and pastry items, assisting the team with daily production and service tasks, always adhering to the restaurant’s quality standards. Extensive prior experience is not required; we especially value attitude, eagerness to learn, and commitment to doing work well. **Responsibilities** * Assist in preparing and producing desserts, doughs, creams, and other pastry items. * Follow recipes and procedures established by the team. * Prepare and organize ingredients and raw materials for service. * Maintain order and cleanliness in the work area. * Collaborate in receiving, inspecting, and storing products. * Comply with food hygiene and safety standards. * Coordinate with the rest of the team to ensure efficient service. **Technical Requirements (Mandatory)** * Training in pastry, cooking, hospitality, or demonstrable interest in the sector. * Availability to work split shifts. * Organizational skills and ability to work in a team. * Positive attitude and willingness to learn. * Commitment and responsibility in performing tasks. **Desirable** * Prior experience, even basic, in production kitchens, pastry shops, or professional kitchens. * Basic knowledge of pastry techniques. * Interest in gastronomy and confectionery. * Ability to work in dynamic environments. **Skills** * Eagerness to learn and develop professionally. * Attention to detail. * Teamwork ability. * Organization and cleanliness. * Proactivity and initiative. * Commitment to quality and excellence. **Job Conditions** **Schedule:** Open Tuesday through Saturday for lunch and dinner services. Weekly days off: Sunday and Monday. Restaurant closed for vacation during August. **Direct Reports:** 0\. **Start Date:** Immediate **What We Offer** * Salary: €19,500 gross annually, paid in 12 installments, plus tips. * Opportunity to join a renowned gastronomic restaurant. * Ongoing training and learning alongside a professional team. * Job stability. * Positive work environment. * Opportunities for professional growth and development. * Additional tips on top of salary. * Vacation time during the restaurant’s August closure. Employment Type: Full-time Salary: From €1,625.00 per month Application Questions: * Do you have your own vehicle? * Do you hold valid documentation to work in Spain? * This position is onsite in Chamartín-Madrid — are you interested? Experience: * Waiter/Waitress: 1 year (Desirable) Language: * Spanish (Mandatory) Work Location: Onsite employment