Pastry Sous Chef

Hyatt Corporation; Camden Town; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company in Camden Town is seeking a skilled pastry professional to manage their pastry team. You will maintain high standards of quality and presentation, contribute to menu development, and ensure customer satisfaction. Ideal candidates will have experience in a senior pastry role and a passion for creativity in food preparation.

Benefits

Discounted hotel stays

Life Assurance

Free meals on duty

50% discount on food and beverages

Complimentary laundering for business attire

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• Proven experience in pastry and baking techniques.
• Strong understanding of food cost management.
• Ability to develop seasonal menus.

Responsibilities

• Manage the pastry team and ensure high standards.
• Contribute to menu development.
• Ensure hygiene and sanitation are adhered to.

Skills

Creativity

Cost control

Team management

Guest relations

Education

Experience in a senior pastry role

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Responsible for the budget and cost control in line with the hotel business plan
• Works with other teams to maximise guest satisfaction
• Mentoring and coaching to ensure maximum employee engagement
• Recruits future talent and manages performance of the team
• Be familiar with all food items on the menu
• Follow standard recipes and minimise waste to help ensure that the food cost is in line with budget
• Knowledge of seasonal and new products on the market
• Ensure all dishes are correctly presented and garnished before being sent for service
• Ensure hygiene and sanitation are strictly observed and that equipment and utensils are handled, maintained and used correctly
• To establish a rapport with guests, providing guest recognition and good customer relationships.

About the Role

You are a creative and skilled pastry professional. You assist in managing the pastry team, ensuring high standards of quality and presentation, and contribute to menu development. Previous experience in a senior pastry role is preferred.

Hotel Overview

Hyatt Regency London – The Churchill is conveniently tucked away in upmarket Marylebone, located in the heart of London’s West End, featuring views over the charming gardens of Portman Square. With 440 sophisticated guestrooms including 50 suites, plus 11 distinctive meeting spaces, the hotel offers a full range of services tailored to serve the needs of business and leisure travellers alike. Dining options include seasonal dishes and Afternoon Tea at The Montagu Kitchen and snacks and cocktails at award‑winning Churchill Bar & Terrace.

Continuous learning and development opportunities to provide you with a clear career path as well as job promotion opportunities across Hyatt Hotels worldwide.

Company Values

At Hyatt “We care for people so they can be their best.” This is demonstrated in our values of Empathy, Integrity, Respect, Inclusion, Experimentation and Wellbeing. Joining us means you will be part of the ever‑growing Hyatt family which has 1150 hotels in over 70 countries and is recognised as a Great Place to Work Company!

Being part of Hyatt means always having space to be you. We are passionate about diversity, equity and inclusion. Our global teams are a mosaic of cultures, ethnicities, genders, ages, abilities and identities.

Join a team that is making travel more human. Connected. Sustainable. Here, everyone's role matters. Opportunities are yours to shape. Your individuality is celebrated. At the heart of Hyatt is our shared belief that hospitality is more than just a job – it's a career for people who care.

Benefits

• Discounted hotel stays across Hyatt not just for you but also your family and friends from the day you start!
• Life Assurance
• Free meals on duty
• 50% discount on food and beverages when you dine as a guest at selected Hyatt Hotels
• Business attire laundered complimentary
• Headspace membership and access to our Employee Assistance Programme