Pastry Chef

Knekt Hub Ltd; West Oxfordshire; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant with Michelin-level standards in the Cotswolds is seeking a dedicated Pastry Chef passionate about seasonal and sustainable cooking. You will oversee the pastry section and create refined desserts, fostering a collaborative kitchen culture while receiving exceptional benefits and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Delicious staff meals made from fresh produce

Option for a 4-day working week

Private Medical Insurance

Pension Scheme with employer contribution

Life Assurance coverage

Mental Health Support through EAP

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Volunteering Day paid per year

Discounts on food and wellness treatments

Qualifications

• Experience in a Rosette or Michelin-standard kitchen.
• Expertise in pastry, bread, and plated desserts.
• Calm and focused approach with pride in presentation.

Responsibilities

• Create elegant, seasonal desserts to 3 Rosette standards.
• Produce breads and baked goods from scratch.
• Mentor junior chefs and maintain kitchen organisation.

Skills

Technical excellence

Attention to detail

Collaboration

Passion for seasonal cooking

Job description

Kingham, Cotswolds
Competitive Salary + Excellent Tips + Exceptional Benefits
3 AA Rosette | Michelin-Level Standards | Seasonal & Organic Focus

We’re looking for a passionate and skilled Pastry Chef to join the team at a highly acclaimed 3 AA Rosette restaurant with rooms, nestled in the heart of the Cotswolds. Known for its commitment to craft, sustainability, and quality, the venue is entering an exciting new phase under the leadership of a Michelin-starred Executive Chef.

This is a rare opportunity to grow your career in a Michelin-level kitchen that celebrates seasonality and organic produce — much of it grown just a stone’s throw from the kitchen on a dedicated estate farm.

About the Role:

As Pastry Chef, you’ll take ownership of the pastry section, creating refined desserts, breads, and baked goods to the highest standards.

You will:

Create elegant, seasonal desserts and patisserie to 3 Rosette standards

Produce breads, petits fours, ice creams, and baked goods from scratch

Collaborate on seasonal menu development with the senior kitchen team

Maintain impeccable hygiene, organisation, and consistency

Mentor junior chefs and contribute to a strong, supportive kitchen culture

What We’re Looking For:

Experience in a Rosette or Michelin-standard kitchen

Technical excellence across pastry, bread, and plated desserts

Calm, focused approach and a collaborative mindset

Passion for seasonal, sustainable cooking

High attention to detail and pride in presentation

What You’ll Receive:

Competitive salary + excellent tips

Option for a 4-day working week

Delicious staff meals made from fresh, organic produce

Discounts from day one on food, retail, wellness treatments, and dining experiences

Volunteering Day: one paid day per year to support a charity of your choice

Private Medical Insurance (subsidised through Bupa)

Pension Scheme: contribute up to 9% of your salary, with up to 4.5% employer contribution

Life Assurance: cover up to one year of your annual salary

Mental Health Support: 24/7 access to an Employee Assistance Programme

Ongoing training, development, and progression opportunities within a forward-thinking hospitality group

If you’re passionate about pastry and ready to be part of a kitchen that blends sustainability, creativity, and excellence, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now with your CV and a brief note about your pastry passion.

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Created on 02/07/2025 by TN United Kingdom