Head Pastry Chef

IHG Hotels & Resorts; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel chain in Manchester is searching for a Head Pastry Chef to inspire a team and deliver exceptional pastry creations. The role demands 1–2 years of experience at a senior level, expertise in both classical and contemporary techniques, and a passion for quality ingredients. This position offers competitive pay, extensive training, and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Paid holidays

Worldwide discounted room rates

Generous maternity/paternity pay

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• 1–2 years as Senior Pastry Sous Chef or Pastry Head Chef in a comparable hotel.
• Skilled in plated desserts and large-scale event production.
• Engaged with industry trends and passionate about pastry.

Responsibilities

• Oversee pastry kitchen operations, maintaining excellence in production.
• Deliver exceptional creations for restaurant and events.
• Inspire pastry team and foster a positive, creative environment.

Skills

Classical pastry techniques

Contemporary pastry techniques

Chocolate work

Experience in high-volume environments

Menu design

Education

Level 3 Food Safety certification

Job description

Overview

The Manchester Deansgate Hotel is on the lookout for a dynamic Head Pastry Chef to inspire and lead. Join the excitement and become part of the IHG Hotels and Resorts family!

Welcome to the Manchester Deansgate Hotel, where modern luxury travel meets the vibrant spirit of Manchester. Nestled in the iconic Beetham Tower, this hotel features 279 elegantly designed rooms with stunning skyline views. Enjoy upscale amenities, including sky bar Cloud 23, 2 Rosette Podium Restaurant, an indoor pool, and a fitness centre. Perfect for both business and leisure travellers, with 14 meeting rooms and over 1,800 square feet of event space. Experience our commitment to redefining luxury travel, blending sophistication with the rich culture of Manchester. The Manchester Deansgate Hotel will fully transition to the InterContinental brand by 2027, enhancing your stay with our signature luxury and service.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all pastry and dessert operations whilst ensuring excellence in production, presentation and food safety within the pastry kitchen.
• Deliver exceptional pastry creations for our Podium restaurant, afternoon teas, banqueting, and events (up to 600 covers) whilst consistently exceeding guest expectations.
• Inspire and leads the pastry team and fostering a culture of creativity, collaboration and skill development in a positive and supportive environment.

Qualifications

We are searching for a true service superstar, someone who thrives in providing our Guests with an excellent service throughout their stay. In addition to this, we are looking for someone who has….

• To have been a Senior Pastry Sous Chef or Pastry Head Chef for 1–2 years within a hotel or establishment of comparable size and style.
• To be highly skilled in classical and contemporary pastry techniques with experience across plated desserts, afternoon tea, chocolate work and large-scale event production.
• Has knowledge of brand standards relating to pastry and desserts, with the ability to design and deliver innovative, seasonal menus using quality ingredients and trusted suppliers.
• Is engaged with industry trends and networks and stays up to date with developments in pastry, baking and presentation styles.
• Has the technical expertise to work across all pastry sections, maintaining consistency and excellence in a high-volume environment.
• As a minimum, must have completed Level 3 Food Safety certification and demonstrate sound knowledge of HACCP and allergen management.

Benefits

At IHG Hotels and Resorts, we believe that no two individuals are alike, and we celebrate that by offering our colleagues a wide range of additional benefits to support their unique needs and aspirations. You can expect to receive….

• Financial security - competitive salary, guaranteed hours, a free meal on shift, paid holidays, subsidised unsocial hour travel support and enhanced sick pay!
• Growth and development – extensive training, opportunities for career progression across the world, plus 2 paid days volunteering per year with a cause of your choice.
• Colleague perks - worldwide discounted room rates and discounted F&B whilst on employee rate (IHG has over 6,000 hotels and growing), plus generous friends and family rate. Discounts through our portal on your supermarket shop, experiences and loads of retailers on our perks portal.
• Wellbeing – generous maternity/paternity pay, employee assistance programme available 24/7 and access to mental health first-aiders

Other

You must meet the legal requirements to work in the UK.

At IHG Hotels & Resorts, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We firmly believe that all our colleagues deserve to be treated equally and have the same opportunities to develop and grow their skills within our business and provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and colleagues without regard to an individual's, race, colour, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital or familial status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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