Pastry Chef

JR United Kingdom; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a prestigious 5-star country estate as a Head Pastry Chef, overseeing a world-class pastry operation. You will lead a talented team, develop seasonal menus, and maintain high standards in a dynamic kitchen environment, all while enjoying competitive salary and luxury staff benefits.

Benefits

Additional service charge

Access to luxury on-site facilities (spa, gym, golf course)

Free staff meals and subsidised shuttle transport

Generous staff discounts for family & friends

Ongoing training and development

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a luxury hotel or high-end restaurant.
• Calm and confident leading large teams under pressure.
• Experience delivering high-volume service.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day pastry operations across multiple outlets.
• Develop seasonal menus and desserts using fine ingredients.
• Train and mentor pastry chefs and junior team members.

Skills

Communication

Organisation

Mentoring

Creativity

Leadership

Education

Proven experience as Head or Senior Pastry Chef

Strong classical pastry background

Job description

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Head Pastry Chef – £50,000 to £60,000 + Service & Benefits

Luxury 5-Star Country Estate | Permanent, Full-Time | Commutable from North/West London & Hertfordshire

We’re recruiting a talented Head Pastry Chef to join a world-class pastry operation at one of the UK’s leading five-star properties. This is a hands-on leadership role within a large, fast-paced kitchen, working closely with the Executive Head Pastry Chef to deliver exceptional quality across multiple dining outlets and event spaces.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the day-to-day pastry operations across restaurants, afternoon tea, events, and banqueting
• Develop and execute seasonal menus, desserts, and showpieces using the finest ingredients
• Train, inspire and mentor a team of pastry chefs and junior team members
• Maintain high standards of presentation, consistency, and quality control
• Oversee stock management, ordering, and cost control
• Ensure hygiene and health & safety standards are upheld at all times
• Collaborate with senior chefs on product development and innovation
• Contribute to a positive, supportive kitchen culture

About You:

• Proven experience as Head or Senior Pastry Chef in a luxury hotel, members’ club, or high-end restaurant
• Strong classical pastry background with a creative and modern edge
• Calm and confident leading a large team under pressure
• Excellent communication, organisation, and mentoring skills
• Experience delivering high-volume service without compromising on quality

What’s On Offer:

• £50,000–£60,000 per annum, depending on experience
• Additional service charge
• Access to luxury on-site facilities (spa, gym, golf course)
• Free staff meals and subsidised shuttle transport
• Generous staff discounts for family & friends across the estate
• Ongoing training and development within a supportive, family-owned environment

A superb opportunity to join a forward-thinking culinary team at a destination property known for quality, creativity, and scale.

Must have the right to work in the UK. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.