Head Pastry Chef

JRM Hospitality; Sydney; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ownership of pastry operation

Excellent roster

Supportive leadership

Strong culture

Professional environment

Job summary

JRM Hospitality in Sydney is seeking a Head Pastry Chef to lead a renowned pastry operation within a dynamic hospitality group. You will own the pastry program, driving quality, consistency and innovation across desserts, afternoon tea and events.

Ideal candidates bring extensive pastry leadership, hands-on technique, and a track record of building and developing a small team. This is a senior role with a supportive culture and a balanced roster.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a pastry team in a high-volume operation.
• Proven ability to manage pastry production across à la carte, afternoon tea and events.
• Strong technical pastry skills with attention to presentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day pastry kitchen operations.
• Train and develop a small pastry team.
• Deliver high-quality pastry and desserts across services.
• Maintain presentation, consistency and execution.
• Contribute to menu development and seasonal changes.
• Manage ordering, stock control and food costs.

Skills

Team leadership

Pastry operation

Menu development

Job description

Head Pastry Chef | $85K - $100k + Super | Excellent Roster & Culture

An exciting opportunity is available for a talented Head Pastry Chef to take ownership of a well-established pastry operation within a professional, supportive hospitality environment.

This role would suit an experienced Head Pastry Chef looking for their next move, or equally, a strongPastry Sous Chef ready to step into their first Head Pastry Chef position with the support and structure to succeed.

Working across à la carte dining, afternoon tea and events, you will lead a small pastry team while maintaining consistently high standards across production, presentation and service.

The Role

• Lead the day-to-day operation of the pastry kitchen
• Manage, train and develop a small pastry team
• Deliver high-quality pastry and dessert offerings across à la carte, afternoon tea and events
• Maintain excellent standards of presentation, consistency and execution
• Contribute to menu development and seasonal changes
• Manage ordering, stock control, wastage and food costs
• Ensure strong food safety, hygiene and kitchen standards
• Work collaboratively with the wider culinary and management team
• Maintain an organised, professional and positive kitchen environment

About You

You will be a skilled pastry professional with a strong knowledge of both classic and contemporary desserts, supported by excellent technical foundations and attention to detail. Previous experience within à la carte restaurants, afternoon tea and events or functions is essential, along with the confidence to manage a small team and take ownership of the pastry operation.

Experience as a Head Pastry Chef would be highly regarded, however this is also an excellent opportunity for a talented Pastry Sous Chef ready to step up into a leadership position.

What's On Offer

• $85k - $100k + super
• Predominantly Monday to Friday or Tuesday to Saturday roster
• Excellent work-life balance for a senior pastry position
• Supportive senior leadership team
• Great working environment and positive culture
• Ownership of the pastry operation
• Genuine progression opportunity for an ambitious Pastry Sous Chef
• Stable, professional business with strong systems and standards

This is an excellent opportunity for a pastry chef looking to lead a quality-focused operation while maintaining an attractive roster and supportive working environment.

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