Pastry Junior Sous Chef

Why join Meldrum House Hotel? Were transforming and elevating every dining outlet across the Meldrum House estate, and this is your chance to be part of something exceptional from day one. Were building a new, signature culinary identity, and were looking for Pastry Chefs at all levels who are ready to create, innovate, and shape the future with us.

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If you thrive on fresh challenges, love being hands-on, and want to showcase your talent in a fast-moving, ambitious environment, we want you on our team.
You will support and assist the Executive Head Chef and Head Pastry Chef in effectively managing the pastry kitchen, ensuring the correct storage, preparation, cooking, and presentation of food across all food and beverage outlets in line with company standards.
The Role As a Pastry Junior Sous Chef, you will play a key supporting role within our pastry team, working closely with the Head Pastry Chef and Executive Head Chef to deliver consistently high-quality desserts across all outlets. This is a hands-on position where youll help drive standards, contribute creative ideas, and support the smooth running of the pastry section while delivering exceptional guest experiences.
Main Responsibilities Support the preparation and production of high-quality pastry and dessert items for all food and beverage outlets
Take responsibility for the pastry section during your shift, ensuring consistency and attention to detail
Assist in developing new menu items, concepts, and seasonal desserts
Supervise, train, and support junior pastry team members
Maintain food safety, hygiene, and health & safety standards at all times
Manage food quality, portion control, and stock to minimise waste
Ensure all work areas and equipment are cleaned and maintained to a high standard
Build positive working relationships across departments and support kitchen teamwork
About You As a Pastry Junior Sous Chef, you will be a passionate pastry professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced kitchen environment and takes pride in delivering beautifully presented desserts. Youll be organised, enthusiastic, and keen to develop your skills, while supporting and motivating others within the team to achieve high standards.
Have previous experience working in pastry within a professional kitchen
Be passionate about pastry, desserts, and current food trends
Have experience contributing to menu development and creative ideas
Understand the importance of food cost control and minimising waste
Have some experience supervising or supporting junior team members
Demonstrate a strong awareness of food hygiene and health & safety
Be reliable, motivated, and able to work well under pressure
Whats in it for you? Youll meet great people, have fun at work, develop new friendships, learn new skills, and receive a competitive rate of pay alongside a generous range of benefits, including:
29 days holiday
Training and development from day one
Employee events and celebrations
In-house interactive employee communication app
Free access to our state-of-the-art gym and swimming pools
Healthy meals while youre working
Access to an external Employee Assistance Programme
Financial Wellbeing App, offering flexibility to access pay earlier
Referral bonus when friends or family join the team
Contributions to our pension plan
Following your first successful 3 months, youll also receive: Access to our discounts and wellbeing platform Treat Yourself Here
Involvement in employee recognition schemes
Long service recognition
Probation pass and annual anniversary complimentary overnight stay with dinner for two
50% discount in our restaurants
Cycle to Work Scheme
Discounted room rates for employees, friends, and family
Spa treatment and retail product discounts
Life Assurance cover
Well provide excellent training and development opportunities, allowing you to flourish in a fun, supportive, and fulfilling career. Whatever your vibe, our family can never be too big, theres a place here for you. We have one ask: that you bring your personality, ideas, and spark.
Please note: This role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route. xwzovoh Candidates with existing Skilled Worker status granted before 22 July 2025 may still qualify.
If this sounds like the next step in your culinary journey, click Apply . We look forward to hearing from you.