TWENTY-five new jobs have been created as boutique bakery brand Patisserie Valerie opens at York Designer Outlet.

The national chain is opening at the McArthurGlen shopping centre tomorrow having taken lease of a unit of 1,873 square feet with 69 covers.

The opening mark's the arrival of Patisserie Valerie's third store in York following the opening of the Coppergate Centre shop and cafe last year, and the original store in Feasegate.

Mike Thomas, centre manager at McArthurGlen York Designer Outlet said: "We are delighted to welcome one of the most dynamic and fast growing food and beverage brands in the United Kingdom to our portfolio.

"Patisserie Valerie’s reputation is built upon the quality of every product, and we are sure that their artisan craft skills and traditional baking methods will be a welcomed addition to the centre."

Patisserie Valerie joins more than 120 other high street and designer brands at the retail park.