At Cafe jobs in Grantham

Job Overview

We are looking for a passionate, reliable and skilled Chef de Partie / Baker / Pizza Chef to join the team at Westgate Bakery in Grantham. As an artisan bakery and café, we take pride in producing high-quality breads, pastries, brunch dishes, pizzas and freshly prepared food for our customers.

In this role, you will support the kitchen and bakery team with the preparation, cooking and baking of a variety of products and dishes, with particular responsibility for pizza preparation and production. You will work with fresh ingredients, doughs and seasonal produce while maintaining consistently high standards of quality, presentation and food safety.

Duties

• Prepare, shape and bake a variety of pizzas to a consistently high standard.
• Prepare and work with pizza dough, including mixing, proving, portioning, stretching and shaping.
• Prepare pizza sauces, toppings and fresh ingredients.
• Operate pizza ovens and ensure pizzas are cooked correctly with the required texture, colour and presentation.
• Prepare, bake and cook a range of high-quality bakery and kitchen products.
• Assist with the preparation of fresh breads, pastries, cakes, brunch dishes and other menu items.
• Prepare ingredients efficiently for daily service and bakery production.
• Follow recipes, preparation methods and portion controls accurately.
• Ensure all food is prepared, cooked and presented to a consistently high standard.
• Maintain a clean, organised and hygienic workstation in accordance with food safety requirements.
• Monitor ingredient levels and communicate stock requirements to senior kitchen or bakery staff.
• Help ensure smooth and efficient service during busy periods.
• Work closely with chefs, bakers and front-of-house colleagues as part of a supportive team.
• Follow allergen, food hygiene and health and safety procedures at all times.
• Assist with opening and closing kitchen/bakery duties when required.
• Maintain consistency in pizza dough, toppings, portion sizes and cooking times.
• Take pride in the presentation of food and contribute ideas where appropriate to improve products and service.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a professional kitchen, bakery or food-production environment.
• Experience preparing and cooking pizzas in a professional setting.
• Good knowledge of pizza dough preparation, proving, stretching and baking techniques.
• Experience preparing pizza sauces, toppings and other fresh ingredients.
• Experience with pizza ovens and high-temperature cooking methods is desirable.
• Experience in baking, cooking or general food preparation.
• Good understanding of baking and kitchen techniques, including working with dough and pastry.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to consistency.
• Good knowledge of food hygiene, cleanliness and safe food handling.
• Ability to work efficiently in a busy environment while maintaining high standards.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn and develop new skills.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Passion for fresh, high-quality food, artisan baking and pizza making.
• Ability to follow recipes and production specifications accurately.
• Reliable, organised and able to take responsibility for your own section.
• Flexibility to work early starts, evenings, weekends and other shifts depending on the bakery's needs.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, hardworking and passionate about food, with practical experience in both kitchen and pizza preparation.

You should be confident working with pizza dough, sauces, toppings and ovens, while also being comfortable supporting the wider bakery and kitchen operation. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to develop their skills across artisan baking, pizza making and professional food preparation while contributing to the production of fresh, high-quality food for customers.

Pay: £12.75-£15.50 per hour

Expected hours: 25.0 – 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount

Work Location: In person