Pastry Chef

Knekt Hub Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A Michelin Guide-listed restaurant near Lichfield is seeking a talented Pastry Chef to lead their desserts team. You will create elegant pastries, contribute to menu ideas, and work in a supportive environment with a focus on British cuisine. Ideal candidates will have experience in fine dining and a passion for quality and presentation. This role offers a competitive salary, a 4-day work week, and staff accommodation.

Benefits

Salary up to £36,000

Approx. £4,000 TRONC

4-day working week

Staff accommodation

Career progression

Staff meals on duty

Qualifications

• Experience as a Pastry Chef or strong Senior Chef de Partie in a fine dining setting.
• Background in Michelin Guide or AA Rosette kitchens.
• Genuine passion for flavour, presentation, and seasonality.

Responsibilities

• Running the pastry section day-to-day, including prep, service, and section management.
• Designing and producing elegant plated desserts and baked goods.
• Contributing to seasonal menu development with your own ideas.

Skills

Pastry fundamentals

Modern techniques

Time management

Creative flair

Team leadership

Job description

Job Title: Pastry Chef

Location: Lichfield, Staffordshire

Salary: Up to £36,000 per year + approx. £4,000 TRONC

Contract: Full-time, permanent

Hours: 4-day week, approx. 48 hours

Accommodation: Staff accommodation available

About the Role

We’re looking for a talented Pastry Chef to take the lead on desserts at a Michelin Guide-listed, 3 AA Rosette restaurant just outside Lichfield. This is a rare opportunity to step into a creative, high-performance kitchen and contribute to an already outstanding offering.

With a modern approach to British cuisine and an emphasis on tasting menus and seasonal produce, the team are passionate about pushing boundaries while maintaining technical excellence. You’ll have the freedom to create stunning plates and contribute to new menu ideas, all while working in a supportive, progressive environment.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Running the pastry section day-to-day, including prep, service, and section management
• Designing and producing elegant plated desserts, petit fours, ice creams, and baked goods
• Contributing to seasonal menu development with your own ideas and input
• Maintaining excellent hygiene, organisation, and consistency
• Mentoring junior chefs where needed and ensuring smooth service
• Taking pride in your section and the product you deliver

What We’re Looking For

• Experience as a Pastry Chef or strong Senior Chef de Partie in a fine dining setting
• A background in Michelin Guide or AA Rosette kitchens is ideal
• Strong knowledge of pastry fundamentals and modern techniques
• Creative flair balanced with precision and consistency
• Calm, reliable, and organised with excellent time management
• A genuine passion for flavour, presentation, and seasonality
• A team player who leads by example and communicates well

Key Benefits

• Salary up to £36,000 , plus approx. £4,000 TRONC
• 4-day working week (approx. 48 hours)
• Staff accommodation available
• Michelin Guide-listed, 3 AA Rosette kitchen
• Chance to develop and showcase your creativity
• Staff meals on duty
• Career progression within an ambitious and supportive team

Beautiful countryside location near Lichfield

If you’re a creative, driven pastry chef ready to take the next step in your career, this is your chance to join one of the Midlands' most exciting kitchens.

Apply now with your CV and a short introduction — we’d love to hear from you.