Pastry Sous Chef

Eden Hotel Collection; North Bovey; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious hotel group in North Bovey is seeking a Pastry Sous Chef to innovate and produce exceptional pastries for various dining experiences. The ideal candidate will have a credible background in professional cooking, a creative vision for desserts, and the ability to work effectively under pressure. This role supports the hotel's commitment to employee wellbeing and engagement, offering numerous perks including generous time off and wellness plans.

Benefits

31 days of leave

Fairly shared service charge/gratuities

Exclusive savings at over 800 retailers

Access to wellness resources

Cycle-to-Work scheme

Discounted stays and spa treatments

Support for financial and mental wellbeing

Free parking and meals on duty

Qualifications

• Credible experience within a professional food environment.
• Ability to create amazing desserts and imaginative cakes and pastries.
• Excellent teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for production of pastries and desserts.
• Demonstrates innovation in line with food trends.

Skills

Professional Cookery qualification to Level 3-4

Creative flair for desserts and cakes

Timekeeping and organisational skills

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

Overview

We’re proud winners of the AA Small Hotel Group of the year 2024-25, rated as a Top 30 Best Place to Work in Hospitality 2025 by The Caterer, and recently crowned Best Employer at the Springboard Awards for Excellence 2025. Bovey Castle has been awarded Large Hotel of the Year (2024) by Devon Tourism.

What We Offer

• Overtime Pay – you’ll be paid for every hour worked beyond your contracted hours.

What you’ll be doing

As Pastry Sous Chef, you will be responsible for the production of our lunch, afternoon tea and dinner pastry/desserts offering, using your skill set to demonstrate innovation and respond to current food trends.

What you’ll need

The successful candidate for the role of Pastry Sous Chef will be professional, knowledgeable, and dedicated to creating amazing desserts and an afternoon tea to get people talking… after all the proof is the pudding!

• You will already have gained credible experience within a professional food environment; with Professional Cookery qualification to Level 3-4 or proven experience.
• You will have a creative flair and passion for producing amazing desserts and imaginative cakes and pastries.
• Great timekeeping and organisational skills to plan ahead are key.
• Your potential, your commitment, and your ability to work under pressure alongside being an excellent team player, is as important to us as your amazing desserts.

EHC is committed to offering opportunities to those groups who may be under represented within our workforce. Within our kitchen, we would particularly welcome greater representation of female chefs.

At Eden Hotel Collection, we’re proud of our award-winning approach to employee wellbeing, engagement, and recognition, with industry award wins in 2024 and 2025 — you’re joining a team that values your happiness, growth, and success every step of the way.

What’s in it for you?

• Generous Time Off: 31 days of leave, increasing to 33 with service.
• Monthly Tips: Fairly shared service charge/gratuities, all paid on the second paydate in the month.
• Discounts & Perks: Exclusive savings at 800+ retailers, gyms, restaurants, days out, and utilities.
• Wellbeing Centre: Access to Hello Fresh recipes, fitness videos, and financial planning tools.
• Health & Wellness Plans: Dental, vision, alternative care, and 24/7 GP access.
• Sustainable Commuting: Cycle-to-Work and Electric Vehicle Leasing options.
• Exclusive EHC Perks: Discounted stays, spa treatments, golf, and leisure at our properties.
• The Happy Hub: Our reward and recognition platform where you can send peer-to-peer cards, earn monetary rewards, be celebrated as Employee of the Month, and receive long-service vouchers.
• Genuine Wellbeing Support: We’re here to support your financial, mental, and physical wellbeing with our supportive teams and Hospitality Action.
• Employee Communications: Stay connected through Eden Engage for all the latest team news.
• Grow with Eden: Develop with us through apprenticeships and leadership programs like RISE & THRIVE.
• Family-Friendly Policies: Enhanced leave and return-to-work financial support for life’s key moments.
• Everyday Essentials: Free parking, meals on duty, uniform provided, and a footwear allowance.

Culture and Values

We work together to create a truly inclusive workplace, where your voice matters and real change happens. Your voice matters: Regular surveys that value your input. Real Action: “You said, we did”—because we listen and respond. Sustainability Focus: Employee champions at every hotel and HQ. We’re proud members of the Hoteliers’ Charter, guided by our values of Heart, Honesty, Spirit, and Team.

Our commitment to equity means we welcome talent from all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We encourage applications from all communities, including underrepresented groups, parents, people living with disabilities, and those bringing diverse perspectives. Join us to experience what it means to work for a values-led, award-winning employer.

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