Head Pastry Chef

Eden Hotel Collection; North Bovey; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious hospitality group in North Bovey is looking for a Head Pastry Chef to craft exceptional pastries and lead a talented team. This role involves innovating menus, mentoring chefs, and ensuring an unforgettable guest experience. The ideal candidate has significant pastry kitchen experience and a Professional Cookery qualification. Competitive benefits and a collaborative work culture await.

Benefits

31 days of leave, increasing with service

Monthly tips shared fairly

Discounts at 800+ retailers

Wellbeing centre access

Health & wellness plans

Cycle-to-work options

Discounted stays and spa treatments

Employee recognition platform

Financial and mental wellbeing support

Family-friendly policies

Free parking and meals on duty

Qualifications

• Significant experience in a professional pastry kitchen at senior or leadership level.
• Recognized professional qualification to Level 3–4 or equivalent.
• Creative flair for producing show-stopping desserts, cakes, and pastries.
• Strong organizational and planning skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Inspirational leadership qualities to train and motivate a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead in crafting and delivering an exceptional pastry offering.
• Design exciting menus that showcase food trends.
• Mentor and develop pastry team talent to ensure consistency.

Skills

Professional pastry experience

Creativity in dessert making

Organizational skills

Leadership qualities

Team collaboration

Education

Professional Cookery qualification Level 3–4

Job description

We’re proud winners of the AA Small Hotel Group of the year 2024-25, rated as a Top 30 Best Place to Work in Hospitality 2025 by The Caterer, and recently crowned Best Employer at the Springboard Awards for Excellence 2025. Bovey Castle has been awarded LARGE HOTEL OF THE YEAR (2024) by Devon Tourism.

What You’ll Be Doing

As Head Pastry Chef, you’ll take the lead in crafting and delivering an exceptional pastry offering across lunch, afternoon tea, and dinner. You’ll set the tone for creativity and innovation in the kitchen, designing menus that excite, inspire, and showcase current food trends. Leading your pastry team, you’ll mentor and develop talent, ensuring consistency, excellence, and a truly memorable guest experience.

What You’ll Need

• Significant experience in a professional pastry kitchen at senior or leadership level
• A recognised Professional Cookery qualification to Level 3–4 (or proven equivalent experience)
• A creative flair and true passion for producing show-stopping desserts, cakes, and pastries
• Strong organisational and planning skills, with the ability to manage multiple demands in a fast-paced environment
• Inspirational leadership qualities, with the ability to train, support, and motivate a team
• A collaborative approach, working closely with fellow chefs and front of house teams to deliver an outstanding dining experience

EHC are committed to offering opportunities to those groups who may be under represented within our workforce – within our kitchens, we would particularly welcome the addition of a greater representation of female chefs.

What's in it for you?

• Generous Time Off: 31 days of leave, increasing to 33 with service
• Monthly Tips: Fairly shared service charge/gratuities, all paid on second paydate in the month
• Discounts & Perks: Exclusive savings at 800+ retailers, gyms, restaurants, days out, and utilities
• Wellbeing Centre: Access to Hello Fresh recipes, fitness videos, and financial planning tools
• Health & Wellness Plans: Dental, vision, alternative care, and 24/7 GP access
• Sustainable Commuting: Cycle-to-Work and Electric Vehicle Leasing options
• Exclusive EHC Perks: Discounted stays, spa treatments, golf, and leisure at our properties
• The Happy Hub: Our reward and recognition platform where you can send peer-to-peer cards, earn monetary rewards, be celebrated as Employee of the Month, and receive long-service vouchers
• Genuine Wellbeing Support: We’re here to support your financial, mental, and physical wellbeing both via our supportive teams and Hospitality Action
• Employee Comm’s: Stay connected through Eden Engage for all the latest team news
• Grow with Eden: Develop with us through apprenticeships and leadership programs like RISE & THRIVE
• Family-Friendly Policies: Enhanced leave and return-to-work financial support for life’s key moments
• Everyday Essentials: Free parking, meals on duty, uniform provided and a footwear allowance

A Culture of Collaboration and Care

• Your Voice Matters: Regular surveys that value your input
• Real Action: “You said, we did”—because we listen and respond
• Sustainability Focus: Employee champions at every hotel and HQ

We’re proud members of the Hoteliers’ Charter, and our team is always at the heart of what we do, guided by our values of Heart, Honesty, Spirit, and Team.

Our commitment to equity means we welcome talent from all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, and we encourage applications from all communities, including underrepresented groups, parents, people living with disabilities, and those bringing diverse perspectives. Join us to experience what it means to work for a values-led, award-winning employer.

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