Pastry Sous Chef | Lead Creative Desserts & Innovation

BaxterStorey; Greater London; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on shift

Pension and life insurance

Discounts via Perkbox

Job summary

BaxterStorey is seeking a Pastry Sous Chef for our Chancery Lane / Farringdon site. You will oversee the pastry food offer, ensure quality, consistency and presentation to our standards, and lead a skilled pastry team.

This role requires proven pastry leadership, knowledge of techniques, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced hospitality environment. We offer development opportunities, paid overtime, and several staff benefits.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working as a Sous Chef or similar role.
• Knowledge of various cooking techniques and cuisines.
• Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Works according to the BaxterStorey core values.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily pastry operations and ensure quality, consistency, and presentation to company standards.
• Lead and motivate the pastry team to deliver excellence.
• Support costings, menu planning and budget targets.
• Ensure high standards of food safety and HACCP compliance.
• Collaborate with Head Chef on menu development and innovations.
• Deliver excellent service to clients and maintain brand standards.

Skills

Sous Chef experience

Cooking techniques

Food safety

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Core values

Job description

BaxterStorey is seeking a Pastry Sous Chef for our Chancery Lane / Farringdon site. You will oversee the pastry food offer, ensure quality, consistency and presentation to our standards, and lead a skilled pastry team.

This role requires proven pastry leadership, knowledge of techniques, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced hospitality environment. We offer development opportunities, paid overtime, and several staff benefits.