Head Pastry Chef - Michelin-Worthy Desserts & Afternoon Tea

Trades Workforce Solutions; Greater London; On-site; GBP 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious London hotel is seeking a Head Pastry Chef who thrives on refinement and creativity. You will lead a team of 6 to 7 pastry chefs, curating Michelin-standard desserts and maintaining exceptional quality across all pastry operations. Strong fine dining experience and a solid understanding of high-end afternoon tea are essential. This position offers £75,000 per annum with an additional £10,000 service charge, along with various employee benefits and development opportunities.

Benefits

£75,000 per annum plus £10,000 service charge

Training and development opportunities

Meals on Duty

Social activities

Complimentary wellbeing treatments

Qualifications

• Strong fine dining experience required for this role.
• Ability to curate Michelin-standard desserts is essential.
• Operational discipline needed to lead a pastry team.

Responsibilities

• Curate and execute Michelin-standard desserts and pastries.
• Oversee all pastry operations maintaining quality.
• Drive leadership and morale within the pastry team.
• Invest in the growth of junior chefs through mentoring.

Skills

Fine dining experience

High-end afternoon tea knowledge

Leadership skills

Creativity

Job description

A prestigious London hotel is seeking a Head Pastry Chef who thrives on refinement and creativity. You will lead a team of 6 to 7 pastry chefs, curating Michelin-standard desserts and maintaining exceptional quality across all pastry operations. Strong fine dining experience and a solid understanding of high-end afternoon tea are essential. This position offers £75,000 per annum with an additional £10,000 service charge, along with various employee benefits and development opportunities.