Head Pastry Chef

BVC Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as Head Pastry Chef at Le Café NAC, a new all-day dining concept in Belgravia. You'll lead a passionate pastry team, ensuring high standards and creativity in pastry production while fostering a collaborative kitchen environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses

Professional growth through training programs

Generous discounts across all BVC Group venues

Flexible working arrangements

Complimentary meals on shift

Enhanced benefits including sick pay and holiday pay

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Pastry Chef or Senior Pastry Chef in a high-energy environment.
• Strong ability to mentor, train, and inspire a pastry team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee daily pastry operations, ensuring exceptional product quality.
• Inspire, train, and manage the pastry team.
• Assist in developing and executing a creative pastry menu.

Skills

Leadership

Creativity

Attention to Detail

Job description

ABOUT US

We’re opening Le Café NAC, a brand-new all-day dining concept in Belgravia, and we’re looking for an exceptional Head Pastry Chef to lead our pastry team. This exciting new venue will offer French-inspired food and drinks with global influences, set in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere in one of London’s most vibrant neighbourhoods.

Le Café NAC is the latest addition to BVC Group, which operates a portfolio of innovative, globally recognized food concepts, including NAC, Crème, 74 Duke, and Supernova. With a strong presence in London, Paris, and the Middle East, BVC Group is known for blending creativity with operational excellence, delivering outstanding dining experiences across multiple markets.

This is a unique opportunity to be at the helm of a brand-new opening, leading a passionate pastry team and setting the creative direction for a dynamic, high-energy concept.

POSITION SUMMARY

As Head Pastry Chef, you will be responsible for leading the pastry team and overseeing all bakery and dessert operations at Le Café NAC. This role requires a creative and hands-on approach, ensuring that our pastry menu reflects innovation, quality, and consistency while maintaining a smooth and efficient kitchen environment.

This position demands strong leadership and a passion for mentoring a team. You will work closely with the Executive Pastry Chef to ensure operational excellence, high food standards, and a collaborative culture.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and oversee daily pastry operations, ensuring smooth service and exceptional product quality.
• Inspire, train, and manage the pastry team, fostering a positive and professional work environment.
• Assist in developing, refining and executing a pastry menu that showcases creativity, seasonality, and exceptional craftsmanship.
• Ensure consistency in the preparation, execution, and presentation of all baked goods and desserts.
• Uphold food safety, hygiene, and health & safety regulations, ensuring full compliance at all times.
• Control stock, inventory, and ordering, minimising waste and maintaining budget targets.
• Collaborate with the Executive Pastry Chef and Management Team to align pastry production with the restaurant’s culinary vision and business goals.
• Implement process improvements to enhance kitchen efficiency and maintain quality standards.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• Pastry Leadership: Proven experience as a Head Pastry Chef or Senior Pastry Chef in a high-energy, high-volume environment.
• Proven experience in crafting viennoiseries/lamination, cakes, tarts, and a range of baked goods is essential.
• Team Leadership: Strong ability to mentor, train, and inspire a pastry team.
• Operational Expertise: Knowledge of pastry production, budgeting, and inventory control.
• Attention to Detail: A commitment to maintaining the highest standards in pastry preparation, plating, and presentation.
• Adaptability: Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure setting while maintaining excellence.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive salary with potential for performance-based bonuses.
• Professional growth through tailored training programs and leadership development.
• A supportive, high-energy work environment where creativity and collaboration thrive.
• Generous discounts, including 50% off across all BVC Group venues and exclusive hospitality perks through CODE app membership.
• Flexible working arrangements and complimentary meals on shift.
• Enhanced benefits, including company sick pay, maternity/paternity leave, and holiday pay.
• Long-service rewards and recognition for dedication.

BVC Group is committed to creating a welcoming, inclusive environment, celebrating diversity and fostering respect for all employees.

HOW TO APPLY

Ready to take on a leadership role in one of Belgravia’s most exciting new openings? Apply now to join Café NAC as Head Pastry Chef and be part of something exceptional!