Pastry Chef

COREcruitment Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a unique waterfront restaurant as a Pastry Chef (any level) in Norfolk, renowned for its seasonal tasting menus. Enjoy a 4-day workweek in a supportive environment that promotes creativity and work-life balance. Send your CV and enhance your pastry career while working close to the coast.

Benefits

4-day workweek

Creative freedom

Mentorship from Executive Chef

Qualifications

• Experience in fine dining or high-end pastry sections.
• Adaptable to a small, collaborative team.
• Comfortable with afternoon tea prep (cakes, pastries).

Responsibilities

• Prepare daily-changing menus and afternoon tea.
• Work in a close-knit team of chefs.
• Ensure high standards of presentation and taste.

Skills

Fine dining experience

Team collaboration

Afternoon tea preparation

Job description

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*Elevate your pastry career in a stunning waterfront setting with a rare 4-day workweek.

Cuisine: Daily-changing tasting menus, afternoon tea

Brigade Size: 9 chefs + Executive Chef

Location: Norfolk Coast - Commutable from Norwich/King’s Lynn

We’re partnering with a unique waterfront restaurant known for its creative, seasonal tasting menus and relaxed yet refined service. They’re seeking a talented Pastry Chef (any level, from CDP to Junior Sous) to join their close-knit team.

The Restaurant:

• Intimate, high-quality dining (max 30 covers)
• Focus on daily-changing tasting menus & afternoon tea
• Closed Sundays and Mondays – guaranteed
• 4-day workweek (52 hours max, 10am–10pm shifts)
• Plans to expand into farm-to-table production

The Ideal Pastry Chef:

• Experience in fine dining or high-end pastry sections
• Adaptable to a small, collaborative team
• Comfortable with afternoon tea prep (cakes, pastries)
• Open to staff accommodation (shared house available)

Why Apply?

• Work-life balance: 4-day week, no split shifts
• Creative freedom: Input on evolving menus
• Growth: Mentorship from a young, dynamic Exec Chef

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management

• Industries

  Hospitality, Hotels and Motels, and Restaurants

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