Pastry Chef

Wiltons; London, Liverpool City Region; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits a skilled Pastry Chef to join a prestigious establishment in London. This role offers a chance to work under an experienced Head Chef, contributing to a renowned dining experience that combines modern service with traditional British cuisine. With a focus on creativity and quality, you'll lead the Pastry section, develop innovative recipes, and manage a talented team. Enjoy a competitive salary, generous benefits, and a supportive environment that fosters growth and career progression. If you're passionate about fine dining and eager to make a mark, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

28 days holiday

Company pension scheme

Training & development opportunities

50% discount in restaurants

Complimentary meals on duty

Annual staff party

Employee of the Month rewards

Career progression planning

Uniforms provided and laundered

Recommend a Friend Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience as a Pastry Chef in a similar establishment.
• Good management and training skills for the Pastry section.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Pastry section and manage Chef de Parties.
• Ensure high-quality food production and presentation.

Skills

Pastry Chef experience

Management skills

Training and delegation

Creativity in recipe development

Financial skills (budgeting, forecasting)

Health & Safety practices

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced full-time Pastry Chef to join Head Chef Daniel Kent and our Back of House team at Wiltons on Jermyn Street, Green Park.

Why join the Wiltons team?

• Offering approx £50,000 per annum plus yearly bonus
• Approx. 48 hours a week, Monday to Saturday, with 2 days off each week
• The restaurant is closed on Saturday lunches, Sundays, 10 days over Christmas, 4 days over Easter, and Bank holidays
• 28 days holidays (including bank holidays) plus additional days for length of service
• Training & development opportunities including company-funded courses
• Career progression planning with platform ‘MapalOne’
• Growth opportunities within both restaurants in the company - Franco's and Wiltons
• Celebration of passing probation with a complimentary meal for 2
• 50% discount in each restaurant within the group - Franco's and Wiltons
• Company pension scheme & sickness pay
• Uniforms provided and laundered
• Delicious meals whilst on duty
• Recommend a Friend Scheme
• Employee of the Month and Year rewards
• Annual staff party

Who are we?

Since Wiltons was established in 1742, it has enjoyed a reputation as the epitome of fine British dining in London. Located on Jermyn Street between Green Park and Piccadilly, Wiltons is a family-owned restaurant with a sister venue, Franco’s, also on Jermyn Street. Both are managed by Director Jason Phillips, who has worked at the Savoy, the Avenue, and C London.

Wiltons combines a modern philosophy on service with traditional British elements to create the perfect dining experience. The atmosphere complements the menu of wild fish, shellfish, and game in season, along with meat dishes sourced from the finest farms.

The restaurant comprises a bar area, a main dining room divided into three sections, and a Private Dining room named Jimmy Mark’s Room, which can also serve as additional seating. Wiltons is open for lunch and dinner from Monday to Friday and dinner on Saturdays. For more information, please visit our website www.wiltons.co.uk.

What can you bring to the team?

• Previous experience as a Pastry Chef/Head Pastry Chef in a similar establishment, catering for 80 to 100 covers during each service
• Good management, training, and delegation skills, as you will oversee the Pastry section and manage/train Chef de Parties and Commis Chefs
• Motivation, commitment, success-oriented with a ‘can do’ attitude
• Diversity of experience from previous roles to enrich the team
• Enthusiasm, drive, and a desire to learn
• Imagination and creativity in developing new recipes and dishes
• Basic financial skills, including understanding of budgets, forecasting, stock control, and GPs
• Excellent understanding of Health & Safety practices, food safety, HACCP, etc.
• Commitment to ensuring that food production, preparation, and presentation are of the highest quality

Right to work in the UK is a requirement. Please note we are currently unable to provide sponsorship. Applications without a CV will not be considered. If you do not hear from us within 5 working days, your application is unlikely to be successful.