Senior CDP / Junior Sous Chef - Pastry | £45K-£48K | Michelin

COREcruitment; England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a Michelin-level waterfront restaurant as a Senior CDP or Junior Sous Chef specializing in pastries. Enjoy a unique 4-day workweek in a creative environment focusing on seasonal and inventive dessert menus. Ideal candidates are passionate about fine dining and thrive in collaborative settings, with mentorship opportunities from a dynamic Executive Chef.

Benefits

Work-life balance with a 4-day week

Creative menu input

Staff meals

Potential for farm/garden expansion

Mentorship under Executive Chef

Qualifications

• Experience in high-end pastry sections is preferred.
• Comfortable working in a small collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare inventive desserts focusing on seasonal ingredients.
• Contribute ideas for evolving menus.

Skills

Passion for seasonal desserts

Adaptability

Experience in fine dining

Afternoon tea preparation

Job description

Senior CDP / Junior Sous Chef – Pastry | £45K-£48K | Michelin

*Elevate your pastry career in a stunning waterfront setting with a rare 4-day workweek.

Job Role: Senior Chef de Partie / Junior Sous Chef (Pastry)

Cuisine: Daily-changing tasting menus, afternoon tea

Brigade Size: 9 chefs + Executive Chef

Location: Norfolk Coast - Commutable from Norwich/King’s Lynn

We’re partnering with a unique waterfront restaurant known for its creative, seasonal tasting menus and relaxed yet refined service.They’re seeking a talented Pastry Chef (any level, from CDP to Junior Sous) to join their close-knit team.

The Restaurant:

• Intimate, high-quality dining (max 30 covers)
• Focus on daily-changing tasting menus & afternoon tea
• Closed Sundays and Mondays – guaranteed
• 4-day workweek (52 hours max, 10am–10pm shifts)
• Plans to expand into farm-to-table production

The Ideal Pastry Chef:

• Passionate about seasonal, inventive desserts
• Experience in fine dining or high-end pastry sections
• Adaptable to a small, collaborative team
• Comfortable with afternoon tea prep (cakes, pastries)
• Open to staff accommodation (shared house available)

Why Apply?

• Work-life balance: 4-day week, no split shifts
• Creative freedom: Input on evolving menus
• Perks: Staff meals, potential farm/garden expansion
• Growth: Mentorship from a young, dynamic Exec Chef

Sound like a job for you? APPLY TODAY or refer a friend,

Send your CV to Olly at COREcruitment dot com

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