Pastry Sous Chef

Ardencote; Stratford-on-Avon; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary spa day

Free use of facilities

30% off stays

Discounts on food & retail

Pension scheme

Free parking

Employee Assistance Programme

Perkbox benefits

Job summary

Ardencote Manor | Hiddenwell Luxury Wellness Retreat is seeking a Pastry Sous Chef to join our kitchen team. This full-time permanent role offers a salary of £34,000 per annum, with an estimated start date in November 2026.

You will work closely with the Pastry Head Chef, Head Chef and Executive Chef to maintain high pastry standards. You will lead and support the pastry team, deliver exceptional pastries and desserts, and contribute ideas to keep offerings fresh and exciting.

Qualifications

• Passion for pastry with high standards in presentation and taste.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to lead a team.
• Commitment to food hygiene and safety best practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support pastry team, delegate duties, and supervise daily operations.
• Deliver high-quality pastries and desserts, ensuring standards are met.
• Assist with stock control, ordering, and monthly stock takes to minimise waste.
• Support rota planning and shift cover to ensure proper staffing.
• Set high standards and foster a professional kitchen environment.
• Communicate with Head Chefs and management to ensure smooth operation.

Skills

Pastry passion

Organised

Team player

Food hygiene

Job description

Pastry Sous Chef

Ardencote Manor | Hiddenwell Luxury Wellness Retreat

Full Time | Permanent

Salary: £34,000 per annum

Estimated Start Date: 16 November 2026

Ready to take the next step in your pastry career?

We’re looking for a talented and motivated Pastry Sous Chef to join our kitchen team

Working closely with our Pastry Head Chef, Head Chef and Executive Chef, you’ll play a key role in the day-to-day running of the pastry kitchen helping create consistently high-quality pastries, desserts and delicacies while supporting, developing and motivating the team around you

What You'll Do

• Leading & supporting the team, helping supervise, training and motivating the kitchen team, delegating duties effectively and step up to support daily kitchen operations when required
• Delivering exceptional quality, making sure every pastry, dessert and dish leaving the kitchen meets our agreed standards, while contributing ideas to keep our pastry and dessert offering fresh and exciting
• Keep the kitchen running smoothly, supporting the ordering, stock control and monthly stocktakes, helping maintaining the right stock levels while minimising waste
• Support daily operations, assisting with rotas and shift cover to ensure the kitchen is appropriately staffed for the needs of the business
• Set high standards, leading by example and help create a positive, professional kitchen environment where high standards of presentation, cleanliness and teamwork are part of every shift
• Communicating & collaborating, working closely with the Head Chefs, Restaurant Managers and senior team through daily briefs and regular meetings to ensure a smooth operation

What We're Looking For

• Must be someone who is passionate about pastry, proud of your standards and confident supporting a busy kitchen team
• Must be organised, dependable and comfortable taking responsibility when senior chefs are absent, with a strong understanding of food hygiene, health & safety and kitchen operations
• Must enjoy being part of a team that cares about creating consistently exceptional food and memorable experiences

Additional Information

• 45 hours per week – Full-Time permanent position
• Working 5 days out of 7 per week (including weekends and bank holidays, you will need to be flexible to the business needs)
• Salary: £34,000 per annum
• Shift Pattern: 7:00am-3:00pm 10:00am-6:00pm 3:00pm-11:00pm
• Right to work in the UK required as time of application (visa sponsorship is not available)

Why Join Hiddenwell?

• Complimentary spa day on your work anniversary
• Free use of leisure and spa facilities
• 30% off stays and spa days
• Discounts on food, drink and retail
• Pension scheme
• Free parking
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Perkbox benefits and Online GP
• Refer-a-Friend bonus
• Excellent training and career development
• A supportive team where you can grow

Sound like your next move? We’d love to hear from you.

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