Pastry Chef

Knekt Hub; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A Michelin-listed restaurant near Lichfield is seeking a talented Pastry Chef to lead the dessert section. This role offers a creative high-performance kitchen environment where you can contribute to seasonal menu development and mentor junior chefs. The position provides a competitive salary of up to £36,000 plus TRONC, staff accommodation, and a 4-day working week. Ideal candidates will have fine dining experience and a strong knowledge of pastry fundamentals.

Benefits

Staff accommodation available

4-day working week

Career progression

Staff meals on duty

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Culinary Experience

Food Handling

Restaurant Experience

Food Preparation Experience

Cake Decorating

Cooking

Baking

Sanitation

Knife Skills

Job description

Job Title : Pastry Chef

Location : Lichfield Staffordshire

Salary : Up to 36000 per year approx. 4000 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 36000 plus approx. 4000 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.

Key Skills Culinary Experience, Food Handling, Restaurant Experience, Food Preparation Experience, Kitchen Experience, Hotel Experience, Taleo, Cake Decorating, Cooking, Baking, Sanitation, Knife Skills

Employment Type : Full‑Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1