Pastry Sous Chef

The Fife Arms - Hotel; Ballater; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hotel in Scotland is seeking a talented Pastry Sous Chef to oversee the pastry section and deliver exceptional culinary experiences. The ideal candidate has proven experience in luxury hospitality and a passion for pastry. This role offers a 48-hour contract, complimentary meals, and health benefits. Join the award-winning culinary team and take your career to new heights.

Benefits

Complimentary annual guest experience

Free meals and drinks on shift

Generous discounts at properties

Life assurance and health benefits

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar luxury hospitality setting.
• A genuine passion for pastry, desserts, and baked creations.
• Strong leadership and team-supervision skills.
• Enthusiastic, eager to learn, and committed to excellence.

Responsibilities

• Manage the daily operations of the pastry section.
• Contribute to the creation of imaginative, seasonal menus.
• Train, mentor, and delegate tasks to junior team members.
• Monitor stock levels, place orders, and plan according to business needs.

Skills

Experience in luxury hospitality

Passion for pastry

Attention to detail

Leadership skills

Creativity

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Pastry Sous Chef – The Fife Arms Hotel, Braemar

Recently awarded Aberdeen City & Shire Hospitality Employer of the Year,
holder of 2 Michelin Keys, and ranked No. 1 in the Condé Nast Readers’ Choice
Awards.

Nestled in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park, The
Fife Arms Hotel is looking for a talented and passionate Pastry Sous Chef
to join our award-winning culinary team. This is an exceptional opportunity to
work in one of Scotland’s most celebrated luxury hotels, surrounded by
breathtaking scenery, premium ingredients, and a creative, supportive team.

The Role

As Pastry Sous Chef, you will work closely with our Executive and Head Chefs to
oversee the pastry section, delivering outstanding dishes across our dining
outlets – from the elegant Clunie Dining Room (Afternoon Tea and Dinner) to the
lively Flying Stag Pub, as well as private events. Using the finest seasonal
produce from Scotland and beyond, you’ll help create and develop innovative
menus that delight our guests.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage
  the daily operations of the pastry section, ensuring the highest culinary
  standards.
• Contribute
  to the creation of imaginative, seasonal menus.
• Maintain
  exceptional food quality, presentation, and consistency.
• Train,
  mentor, and delegate tasks to junior team members.
• Monitor
  stock levels, place orders, and plan according to business needs.
• Uphold
  cleanliness, organisation, and safety standards at all times.

About You

• Proven
  experience in a similar luxury hospitality setting.
• A
  genuine passion for pastry, desserts, and baked creations.
• Creativity,
  precision, and an eye for detail.
• Strong
  leadership and team-supervision skills.
• Enthusiastic,
  eager to learn, and committed to excellence.
• Right
  to work in the UK (visa sponsorship not available).

What We Offer

• 48-hour
  contract with paid overtime in line with our policy.
• Complimentary
  annual guest experience for you and a guest.
• Free
  meals and drinks on shift.
• Generous
  Artfarm-wide discounts (properties in Scotland, Somerset, London, Los
  Angeles, New York, Menorca, and Switzerland).
• Sports
  and social events.
• Life
  assurance and health benefits (including health cash plan).
• Employee
  Assistance Programme.

About Artfarm & The Fife Arms

Artfarm is an independent hospitality company founded by Iwan and Manuela
Wirth, known for creating award-winning destinations that blend art, community,
and exceptional service. The Fife Arms features 46 uniquely designed bedrooms,
the Albamhor Spa, and a range of distinctive dining experiences – from
wood-fired fine dining to relaxed pub classics – all championing the best local
ingredients.

If you’re ready to take your pastry career to new heights in
a truly inspiring setting, apply today and join the family.