Head Pastry Chef

Head Pastry Chef Central London (WC1) | £45,000£48,000

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Our client is seeking a talented and creative Head Pastry Chef to lead the pastry team at a prestigious Central London venue. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a high-end hospitality environment delivering exceptional pastry offerings for both day-to-day service and a wide range of events from intimate gatherings to weddings and large-scale functions.
As Head Pastry Chef, you will oversee the pastry section, creating both classic and contemporary desserts, artisan breads, pastries, and bespoke cakes to an exceptional standard.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage the pastry section, overseeing daily kitchen operations
Deliver outstanding pastry creations for high-profile events and prestigious occasions

Develop innovative and high-quality desserts, pastries, breads, and baked goods

Train, mentor, and inspire the pastry team to consistently achieve excellence

Work closely with the Head Chef and Hospitality Manager on menu development and event planning

Create new recipes and concepts for fine dining and retail-style café offerings

Manage stock control, ordering, and kitchen budgets effectively

Adapt menus and recipes to accommodate dietary requirements, including gluten-free and sugar-free options

Working Hours : 40 hours per week , 5 days out of 7
About You
Proven experience in a senior pastry role, ideally within fine dining, luxury hospitality, or a 5-star environment

Passionate about pastry, baking, and culinary innovation

Strong leadership xwzovoh and team management abilities

Highly creative with exceptional attention to detail

Excellent organisational and time management skills

Relevant pastry or culinary qualifications preferred

Experience within high-end contract catering or hospitality environments would be advantageous

Benefits
Employee Assistance Programme

Life assurance (2x salary)

Recognition and reward schemes

Birthday day off

Referral bonus scheme

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