Junior Sous Chef - Pastry

Coniston Hotel Ltd; Coniston Cold; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-run country hotel in Coniston Cold is seeking a talented Junior Sous Chef – Pastry to join their kitchen team. The role involves supporting the Head Pastry Chef by preparing and presenting high-quality desserts, managing the pastry section, and ensuring food safety standards are met. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years’ experience in a high-quality establishment, a passion for innovation, and excellent multitasking skills. Join a dynamic team in a delightful environment offering various employee benefits.

Benefits

Meals on Duty

Paid Breaks

28 days Annual Leave

Birthday Day Off

Discounted Spa Membership

Employee Discounts

Uniform Provided

Free On-Site Parking

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience as a Chef de Partie or Junior Sous Chef.
• Strong understanding of food hygiene and safety regulations.
• Ability to inspire and motivate a team.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Pastry Chef in managing daily operations.
• Prepare and present high-quality desserts and pastries.
• Maintain cleanliness and uphold food safety standards.

Skills

Cooking

Multitasking

Team motivation

Time-management

Innovation in menu

Job description

Employee Benefits - What we offer you

We value the commitment and loyalty of our colleagues and are delighted to offer a range of benefits to show our ongoing appreciation, benefits include:

• Meals on Duty: Enjoy complimentary meals during your shifts.
• 30-Minute Paid Break: Take a paid break to recharge during your shift.
• 28 days Annual Leave (Pro‑Rata) - Days Increasing with Service: We value loyalty and celebrate long service by increasing annual leave days over time.
• Birthday Day Off - A day to use in your Birthday Month for you to celebrate
• Discounted Membership Fees at Nádarra Spa: Access discounted membership fees at Nádarra Spa after completing the 6‑month probation period.
• Access to Hospitality Rewards: Explore a range of health and wellbeing benefits, as well as discounts on everyday goods and services through our online platform, Hospitality Rewards. Make your leisure time more accessible and affordable. Available after completing the 6‑month probation period.
• NEST Pension Scheme: All eligible employees can participate in the NEST Pension Scheme with the option to opt out.
• Free Hospitality Action Employee Assistant Programme: Access specialist support services through the Employee Assistant Programme provided by Hospitality Action, free of charge.
• Gratuities and Service Charges Paid Monthly: Receive gratuities and service charges as part of your monthly pay.
• Regular Rewards and Recognition: Be recognised for your hard work with monthly, annual, and long service awards.
• Employee Discount and Staff Offers: Enjoy discounts and special offers exclusive to staff members.
• Uniform Provided for Guest‑Facing Roles: Receive a uniform tailored for guest‑facing positions.
• Free On‑Site Parking: Conveniently park your vehicle on‑site at no cost.

Role Overview

We are looking for a talented and driven Junior Sous Chef – Pastry to join our main hotel kitchen team. In this role, you will support the Head Pastry Chef in delivering a consistently exceptional standard of desserts, breads, and baked goods across all areas of the hotel – including restaurant service, afternoon teas, events, weddings, and banqueting.

Reporting to

Executive Head Chef & Head Pastry Chef

Main Responsibilities

• Support the Head Pastry Chef in managing the daily operations of the pastry section.
• Prepare, cook, and present a variety of desserts, baked goods, and pastry items to a consistently high standard.
• Assist in the development and execution of pastry menus for restaurant service, functions, weddings, and afternoon tea.
• Maintain a clean and organised pastry section, ensuring food safety and hygiene standards are upheld at all times.
• Train and guide junior pastry chefs and commis chefs, supporting their development through hands‑on mentoring.
• Ensure efficient mise en place, stock rotation, and waste control.
• Take charge of the pastry kitchen in the absence of the Head Pastry Chef, maintaining quality, organisation, and communication.
• Collaborate with other kitchen sections and front‑of‑house teams to ensure smooth service and consistency across all departments.
• Contribute to menu innovation, bringing forward fresh, seasonal, and trend‑led ideas.

Person Specification

Essential

• At least 2 years as a Chef de Partie or Junior Sous Chef in a high‑quality establishment.
• A passion for cooking, innovation, and delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• The ability to inspire and motivate a team, with a focus on training and development.
• Strong multitasking and time‑management skills, thriving under pressure.
• An innovative mindset, with the ability to contribute exciting ideas to our menus.
• Strong understanding of food hygiene, safety regulations, and allergen management.

About Us

The Coniston Hotel Country Estate & Spa is an award‑winning destination hotel near Skipton on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales.

We are a family run, privately owned organisation founded in 1969 by the Bannister family, who are actively involved in the day‑to‑day running of the business. Over the past 50 years our 1,400 acre estate has gone from strength‑to‑strength and now boasts 70 bedrooms, two luxury self‑catering cottages, The View Restaurant, Macleod’s Bar & Lounge and a Five‑Bubble rated spa – Nàdarra Spa – as well as an array of on‑site activities such as clay pigeon shooting, 4x4 off‑roading, archery, fishing, e‑biking and walking.

The vast range of activities, combined with flexible function spaces, makes The Coniston a popular choice with corporates, attracting off‑site meetings and team building sessions from clients across the UK and abroad. We are also recognised as a leading wedding and private events venue in our region, with a tailor‑made offering from an intimate barn ceremony to a magnificent marquee reception, as well as a range of picture‑perfect outside locations.

We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional customer service and take great pleasure in building relationships with guests. Everyone that walks through our doors instantly becomes part of our story; and we feel privileged to be part of theirs too.