Pastry Lead — Creative Desserts & Menu Development

Ottolenghi Edinburgh; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 28 days

Staff meals

Healthcare plan

Referral bonus

Development opportunities

Parental pay

Birthday treat

Workshops & demos

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Ottolenghi Edinburgh is recruiting a Pastry Chef de Partie to lead the pastry section across service and production, crafting desserts and baked goods to Ottolenghi standards while maintaining hygiene and stock control.

You will mentor junior pastry team members, contribute to menu development, and work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment that values presentation, creativity, and continuous improvement. This role offers development opportunities and a warm culture.

Qualifications

• 1+ years in a pastry Chef de Partie or similar role in a quality kitchen.
• Strong technical knowledge of pastry, patisserie, and bakery production.
• Good understanding of food safety and allergen regulations.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the pastry section throughout service and production.
• Produce pastry, desserts, and baked goods to Ottolenghi standards with consistency.
• Support and develop junior pastry team members.
• Ensure food safety and hygiene standards are maintained at all times.
• Manage stock within the pastry section, including ordering and rotation.
• Contribute to menu development and creative input for new pastry products.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and well-organised pastry environment.

Skills

Pastry techniques

Patisserie knowledge

Team leadership

Job description

Ottolenghi Edinburgh is recruiting a Pastry Chef de Partie to lead the pastry section across service and production, crafting desserts and baked goods to Ottolenghi standards while maintaining hygiene and stock control.

You will mentor junior pastry team members, contribute to menu development, and work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment that values presentation, creativity, and continuous improvement. This role offers development opportunities and a warm culture.