Executive Pastry Chef

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious luxury hospitality group in London is seeking an Executive Pastry Chef to lead their pastry team. This role involves developing creative dessert menus, overseeing kitchen operations, and ensuring exceptional dining experiences. Join a distinguished establishment committed to excellence and innovation in the culinary arts.

Benefits

Generous discount on dining

Opportunities for progression

28 days holiday, increasing with service

Recommend a friend scheme

Exclusive discounts on various services

Reward programmes and staff recognition

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Executive Pastry Chef or in a similar leadership role.
• Strong pastry skills with a track record of creating successful dessert menus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute innovative dessert menus.
• Oversee day-to-day operations of the pastry kitchen.
• Lead and inspire the pastry team.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational Skills

Job description

Caprice Holdings is one of London’s most iconic luxury hospitality groups, home to world-renowned restaurants including Scott’s, Sexy Fish, 34 Mayfair, Daphne’s, and Balthazar. With an unwavering commitment to excellence, style, and unforgettable guest experiences.

We are currently seeking a highly accomplished and creative Executive Pastry Chef to lead our pastry team.

As the Executive Pastry Chef, you will play a central role in shaping the dessert menu, overseeing pastry kitchen operations, and contributing to the overall success of our culinary offerings. If you have a passion for pastry arts, exceptional leadership skills, and a commitment to delivering extraordinary dining experiences, we invite you to be a key influencer at our stunning restaurant.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Develop and execute innovative and high-quality dessert menus.
2. Oversee the day-to-day operations of the pastry kitchen, ensuring adherence to quality and safety standards.
3. Lead and inspire the pastry team, providing guidance and fostering a collaborative work environment.
4. Collaborate with the management team to develop seasonal menus and special offerings.
5. Monitor inventory levels, order supplies, and manage the freshness of ingredients.
6. Ensure efficient pastry kitchen workflows and maintain a positive and efficient working environment.

Requirements:

1. Proven experience as an Executive Pastry Chef or in a similar leadership role within the culinary industry.
2. Strong pastry skills and a track record of creating successful and creative dessert menus.
3. Exceptional organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
4. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and efficiently manage tasks.
5. Familiarity with inventory management and ordering processes.

Benefits:

• Generous discount off your bill (including drinks), when dining in one of our restaurants across the Group.
• Unrivalled opportunities for progression across the Group.
• 28 days holiday, increasing with length of service up to 5 extra days.
• Recommend a friend scheme with great bonuses per individual referral.
• Exclusive access to our discounts including money off gym memberships, travel, online shopping, gadgets, and much more.
• Reward programmes, long service awards, staff recognition, and incentives.

Join our team and be a part of a distinguished establishment committed to delivering unparalleled hospitality.

We promote a working environment in which equal opportunity and diversity are recognized, valued, and encouraged.