Pastry Sous Chef

The Roof Gardens; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

London Living Wage

28 days holiday

50% dining discount

Refer a Friend bonus

Team socials

Wagestream access

Employee Assistance Program

Pension scheme

Eye care vouchers

Job summary

The Roof Gardens in London is seeking a Pastry Sous Chef to join a vibrant kitchen team. You will support the operation, maintain high standards, and deliver exceptional pastry dishes for members in a fast-paced, upscale environment.

As a key member of the team, you will train junior chefs, assist with menu development, and ensure strict health, safety and cleanliness standards are met. Evening and weekend flexibility is required. The role offers competitive pay and London Living Wage benefits.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in luxury pastry roles.
• Holds Level 2 Food Safety and Health and Safety awards.
• Knowledgeable in manual handling, COSHH, and chemical safety.
• Experienced with kitchen equipment and all sections.
• Produces high-quality food with attention to detail.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Competent in English, numeracy, and teamwork.
• Enthusiastic about personal and team development.
• Positive attitude and commitment to diversity.
• Flexible availability, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients, maintain cleanliness and hygiene, and ensure smooth operation of your section.
• Assist Head chef in menu development and recipe creation and adapt food preparation methods based on feedback.
• Train and supervise junior chefs to develop their skills with guidance from senior chefs.
• Monitor portion control to minimise waste and manage inventory / order supplies as needed.
• Ensure cleanliness of kitchen and all associated equipment with high levels of health and safety standards.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene standards, company policies and procedures and assist with maintaining all necessary documentation to ensure adherence to regulation.

Skills

Luxury pastry

Food safety Level 2

Health & Safety awards

COSHH & manual handling

Kitchen equipment experience

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Numeracy

Teamwork

Development mindset

Job description

Contract: Permanent
Salary: Up to £50,000 Per annum

Pastry Sous Chef | 45 Hour Contract | Up to £50,000 | Kensington

THE ROOF GARDENS

The Roof Gardens is a social club in the sky, 100 feet above the streets of Kensington. Close to an acre of private gardens with views across London to the horizon, The Roof Gardens is a new generation members club.

A place of escape, bursting with wildflowers, olive and mulberry trees, grassy lawns and hidden nooks. An Art Deco gem created in 1938, The Roof Gardens has a legendary legacy. The Roof Gardens' community is united by open-mindedness, optimism and kindness, not defined by background.

The Role

We are looking for a Pastry Sous Chef to join The Roof Gardens. As a key member of our kitchen team, you will be busy supporting the operation to ensure a truly brilliant experience for our members when they dine with us. You'll need to be quick-acting, quick-thinking, responsive, and calm under pressure as you work in a busy team to execute preparation, cooking and delivery of your dishes to the very highest standards.

Key Responsibilities

Operations & Service

• Prepare ingredients, maintain cleanliness and hygiene, and ensure smooth operation of your section.
• Assist Head chef in menu development and recipe creation and adapt food preparation methods based on feedback.
• Train and supervise junior chefs to develop their skills with guidance from senior chefs.
• Monitor portion control to minimise waste and manage inventory / order supplies as needed.

Compliance

• Ensure cleanliness of kitchen and all associated equipment with high levels of health and safety standards.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene standards, company policies and procedures and assist with maintaining all necessary documentation to ensure adherence to regulation.

Skills & Requirements

• Proven experience in luxury pastry roles
• Holds Level 2 Food Safety and Health and Safety awards
• Knowledgeable in manual handling, COSHH, and chemical safety
• Experienced with kitchen equipment and all sections
• Produces high-quality food with attention to detail
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Competent in English, numeracy, and teamwork
• Enthusiastic about personal and team development
• Positive attitude and commitment to diversity
• Flexible availability, including evenings and weekends

• Competitive salary above market rate -We are proud to be a London Living Wage Employer
• 28 days holiday, plus an extra 'celebrate you day' & a paid voluteering day (increasing up to 33 days with each year of continuous service)
• 50% discount when dining in our restaurants
• Recognition vouchers awarded when your efforts are acknowledged by members
• Generous 'Refer a Friend' scheme up to £1,000
• Team socials to celebrate our successes
• Access to Wagestream for financial well-being support
• 24/7 confidential well-being and mental health support via our Employee Assistance Program
• Growth opportunities, both personally and professionally
• Breakout spaces with showers, secure storage, and areas to relax with colleagues
• Company pension scheme
• Access to Hospitality Action benefits hub including eye Test vouchers

We are a community united by attitude, curiosity and optimism, not defined by background. We celebrate individuality and free expression. It doesn't matter where you have come from, it's where you are going. The Roof Gardens is a welcoming place of acceptance where growth is nurtured, experiences are shared, stories are exchanged and ideas are born.

If you'd like to join us on the next chapter of The Roof Gardens, we'd love to hear from you.