Pastry Chef - Guinness New Opening

Compass Group; City Of London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company in London is seeking a talented Pastry Chef to join their team for an exciting new opening in Covent Garden. This position offers the chance to create exceptional food while delivering world-class service in a beautifully designed environment. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in menu development and a commitment to food quality. Competitive salary and great perks are provided.

Benefits

Comprehensive training and professional development

Competitive pay and gratuities

Free meals and drinks daily

Pension scheme

Holiday allowance

Access to healthcare support

Regular social events

Qualifications

• Experience in a busy kitchen environment.
• Ability to develop and plan menus.
• Commitment to high food quality and hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop and plan menus in line with client needs.
• Produce food timely for smooth service.
• Ensure excellent customer service.
• Maintain high food quality.
• Pride in food quality and hygiene.

Skills

Food quality and hygiene standards

Menu development

Timely food production

Customer service

Team collaboration

Job description

Pastry Chef - Guinness New Opening
Location:Covent Garden, London
Start Date:October 2025 (Opening Early December)
Employment Type: Full-Time Positions Available ( 40 - 45 hours per week)
Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 per annum depending on experience

Ready to help create London's most unforgettable dining experience? Company of Cooks is teaming up with Guinness to open a spectacular new destination in an iconic Covent Garden setting.

Picture this: a beautifully designed courtyard space where meticulous detail meets genuine Irish hospitality. It's going to be something truly special.

We're seeking talented, friendly Pastry Chefs to be foundational members of our opening team. This is a chance to use your skills to deliver world-class service and genuinely engage with every guest.

Key Responsibilities:

• To develop and plan menus that are in line with client and customer needs
• To produce food in a timely fashion to ensure smooth service to the customers
• Work effectively with all colleagues at the relevant site to ensure excellent customer service
• Making outstanding quality food that is picture perfect' every time
• Pride yourself on food quality and hygiene standard

What We Offer:

• The chance to be part of a much-anticipated opening with Guinness.
• Comprehensive training and ongoing professional development in a supportive, inclusive environment.
• Competitive pay and gratuities, along with staff discounts and access to exclusive industry events.
• Free meals and drinks daily.
• A central, easily accessible location just minutes from Covent Garden, Leicester Square, Tottenham Court Road and Waterloo.

What's in it for you?

Working with Company of Cooks has its perks! People are at the heart of everything we do, so we've developed a range of benefits to keep you happy.

• Personal Development and Training opportunities
• Life assurance scheme
• Pension scheme
• Holiday allowance
• Eye care
• A great wellbeing strategy - including access to our Employee Assistance Programme, salary finance
• Access to Healthcare Support App which includes Annual health check, Digital GP, Mental Health Consultations, Nutritional Consultations, Second Medical Opinion
• Family friendly support
• A holiday purchase scheme
• Regular social events and communication with our leaders
• Volunteering days
• Recognition schemes and people awards
• Long service awards
• Access to some great high street discount vouchers

Join Us:

If you're excited by the idea of working in a iconic space, making exceptional drinks, and bringing energy and creativity to every shift, we'd love to hear from you.

Join Guinness and Company of Cooks to shape one of London's most exciting hospitality destinations and help us raise the bar, quite literally.