Pastry Chef

Knekt Hub Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury coastal hotel in North Norfolk is seeking a talented Senior Pastry Chef to join their culinary team. This role focuses on creating exquisite desserts and pastries, ensuring high standards of quality and presentation. Ideal candidates have a strong background in high-end pastry settings, with a passion for seasonal ingredients. The position includes leadership responsibilities within the pastry team and supports the overall dining experience across multiple outlets.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Staff discounts on dining and accommodation

Use of on-site leisure facilities

Qualifications

• Strong background in pastry within high-end hotels or restaurants.
• Experience with AA Rosette standards is preferred.
• Passion for seasonal produce and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily pastry operations with focus on quality and presentation.
• Prepare a variety of desserts, cakes, and pastries.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to kitchen culture.

Skills

Patisserie expertise

Chocolate work

Plated dessert presentation

Team leadership

Education

Formal culinary training

Food hygiene certification

Job description

Social network you want to login/join with:

Senior Pastry Chef – Luxury Coastal Hotel
Location: Blakeney, North Norfolk, NR25 7NE
Salary: Competitive, plus tips and benefits
Job Type: Full-time | 5-day week including weekends and bank holidays

About the Property

Located in one of North Norfolk’s most picturesque coastal villages, this independently owned 4-star hotel offers an elegant, award-winning retreat overlooking the salt marshes and harbour. With a long-standing reputation for excellence and AA Rosette-level dining, the hotel delivers exceptional seasonal menus rooted in modern British cuisine, complemented by charming interiors and a warm, attentive service ethos.

The hotel features stylish rooms, a serene leisure suite with pool, and a popular restaurant that caters to both relaxed lunches and refined evening service — making it a favourite among discerning guests and locals alike.

The Role: Senior Pastry Chef

A rare opportunity has arisen for a talented and detail-driven Senior Pastry Chef to join this dedicated culinary team. The ideal candidate will bring creativity, precision, and a genuine passion for patisserie, working with fresh, seasonal ingredients to produce desserts, bakery items, and afternoon tea selections to a consistently high standard.

You will lead a small pastry team, contributing ideas for new dishes and playing a key role in delivering an outstanding food experience across multiple outlets within the hotel.

Key Responsibilities

Lead daily pastry operations with focus on quality, consistency, and presentation

Prepare a variety of desserts, cakes, tarts, pastries, and afternoon tea components

Collaborate with the Head Chef on seasonal menu planning and recipe development

Mentor junior team members and contribute to a positive, productive kitchen culture

Uphold all food safety, hygiene, and allergen compliance standards

Ensure cleanliness and maintenance of all pastry tools and equipment

Support breakfast, lunch, dinner, and afternoon tea service across the restaurant and lounge menus

What We’re Looking For

Strong background in pastry within high-end hotels, restaurants, or patisseries

Experience working at or aspiring toward AA Rosette standards

Excellent knowledge of patisserie, chocolate work, and plated dessert presentation

Passion for seasonal produce and attention to flavour balance and visual detail

Calm, organised, and efficient under pressure

Food hygiene certification and formal culinary training preferred

A positive, team-spirited approach to leadership and collaboration

Working Pattern

5 days out of 7 per week (including weekends and holidays)

Straight shifts on rotation:

7:00am–3:30pm

9:00am–5:30pm

11:00am–7:30pm

1:30pm–10:00pm

Share of gratuities

Use of on-site pool, sauna, steam room, and gym (off-peak)

Staff discounts on dining and accommodation (off-peak)

Career development opportunities within a well-respected independent business

Supportive work culture in a scenic, peaceful coastal location

Apply Now

If you’re an experienced pastry chef with a love for beautifully crafted desserts and a desire to work in a professional, award-driven kitchen, this role offers a fantastic next step in your career. We welcome applications from those who take pride in their craft and are committed to excellence.