Head Chef

Kitchen; Newquay; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hotel chain is seeking a Head Pastry Chef for its new hotel opening in Newquay, UK. This role involves designing and leading the pastry offerings to create memorable desserts that enhance the guest experience. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in pastry leadership, a creative flair, and a focus on quality. The position offers competitive pay and the chance to shape a new luxury destination, marking a significant opportunity in the hospitality industry.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Performance-related incentives

Opportunity to shape hotel culture

Dynamic work environment

Qualifications

• Proven pastry leadership experience in a luxury or lifestyle setting.
• Creative, detail-focused, and quality-driven.
• Strong ability to manage food costs and supplier relationships.

Responsibilities

• Create innovative dessert and pastry menus.
• Lead and develop the pastry team.
• Maintain exceptional quality, presentation, and consistency.
• Manage food costs and supplier relationships.

Skills

Pastry leadership experience

Creativity

Attention to detail

Quality-driven mindset

Job description

About The Nici:

Following the huge success of The Nici Bournemouth, we’re bringing our signature laid‑back luxury energy to the Cornish coast. The NICI Newquay, opening in 2026, will redefine seaside hospitality, offering stunning ocean views, contemporary design, a vibrant restaurant and bar scene, indulgent spa and leisure facilities, and a guest experience like no other.

This is more than a hotel opening, it’s the creation of a destination.

The Role

We are seeking a creative Head Pastry Chef to design and lead the pastry offering across the hotel, delivering memorable desserts that elevate the guest experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Create innovative dessert and pastry menus
• Lead and develop the pastry team
• Maintain exceptional quality, presentation, and consistency
• Manage food costs and supplier relationships

About You

• Proven pastry leadership experience
• Creative, detail‑focused, and quality‑driven
• Experience in a luxury or lifestyle setting preferred

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and performance‑related incentives.
• The opportunity to lead one of the UK’s most anticipated hotel openings.
• Autonomy to shape the culture and standards of a new luxury destination.
• A dynamic and supportive environment within The Nici’s growing lifestyle brand.

How to Apply

If you’re ready to make waves in Cornish hospitality and lead one of the most exciting new hotel openings of 2026, we’d love to hear from you.

Compensation

To be discussed