Junior Sous Chef, Pastry

Maison Estelle; Greater London; On-site; GBP 36,390 - 48,090; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Biannual socials

Staff discounts and F&B perks

Birthday day off

Free meals during shifts

Pension and health cover

28 days holiday

Job summary

Maison Estelle in London is seeking a Junior Sous Chef, Pastry to support the Head Chef in running a high-performing kitchen. You will help lead service, manage prep, ensure consistency across dishes, and back team development in a fast-paced, premium environment.

The role requires 1–2 years in a senior pastry kitchen (Sous Chef or Junior Sous), calm and efficient service, strong stock ordering knowledge, and a collaborative, detail-oriented approach.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years in a senior pastry kitchen role (Sous Chef or Junior Sous).
• Calm, efficient, and quality-driven in service.
• Strong understanding of stock ordering and kitchen structure.
• A team player with leadership potential and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Support Head Chef in running a high-performing kitchen.
• Help lead service, manage prep and ensure consistency across dishes.
• Support team development in a fast-paced, premium environment.

Skills

Leadership potential

Stock ordering

Quality-driven service

Team player

Job description

Who are we?

Celesteis the newest property from the world of Estelle, sister to Maison Estelle in Mayfair and Estelle Manor in Oxfordshire. Ameticulously restoredtownhouse, Celeste is opening invibrant Notting Hill, London. A publicItalian-Americanrestaurantis located on the ground floor, complete with alfresco front terrace, elegant wrap around bar counter and a glazed conservatory in the rear. Set on the first floor, our oak-panelled, Tokyo-influencedmembers’ barevokes Art Deco grandeur, with a sculptural bar stretching beneath soaring windows.Celeste’s second floor offers members an open kitchen-stylepantry,servingJapanesedishes from the traditional robata, alongside delectable sushi and sashimi. Tucked beneath the eaves, onCeleste’s third floor,‘The Apartment’is anideal spot for a private hosted occasion, with rustic beams,?reclaimedwooden floors and the spirit of an artist’s studio.

Here’s a bit more detail on what we see you doing in this role:

As a Junior Sous Chef, Pastry, you’ll support the Head Chef in running a high-performing kitchen. You’ll help lead service, manage prep, ensure consistency across dishes, and support team development in a fast-paced, premium environment.

Who we are looking for:

• 1–2 years in a senior kitchen role within Pastry, ideally as Sous Chef or Junior Sous
• Calm, efficient, and quality-driven in service
• Strong understanding of stock ordering and kitchen structure.
• A team player with strong leadership potential and attention to detail

What’s in it for you?

The on target earning potential for this role is £48,090 per annum - comprising a base salary of £36,390, plus a qualified estimate of £11,700 in gratuities and service charge.*At Estelle, we prioritize your well-being and growth, offering a range of perks to enrich your experience:

• Biannual company socials plus smaller social and sports groups.
• Exclusive staff rates and F&B discounts across Ennismore brand.
• Birthday day off
• Goes without saying, but we will feed you during your shift.
• Added protection of our pension, health cash plan and life assurance schemes.
• 28 days holiday, inclusive of bank holidays, which increases with length of service.
• Recommend-a-friend bonus scheme.

*About gratuities & service charge:

• Gratuities (tips) are paid on a pro-rata basis regardless of your role.