Head Pastry Chef

Head Pastry Chef

£40,000 + Excellent Tips 2 AA Rosette Fine Dining Restaurant Essex

Location: Between Billericay & Chelmsford

We're looking for a talented and creative Head Pastry Chef to join our award-winning 2 AA Rosette fine dining restaurant.

With around 70 covers, this is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of the pastry section, creating outstanding à la carte desserts, elegant afternoon tea selections and petit fours that complement our seasonal menus.

The Role

• Lead the pastry section in a busy 2 AA Rosette kitchen.
• Create and develop seasonal à la carte desserts and afternoon tea menus.
• Produce exceptional pastries, cakes and petit fours.
• Manage stock, food costs and hygiene standards.
• Support and develop junior members of the team.

About You

• Previous experience as a Head Pastry Chef or strong Senior Pastry Chef ready to step up.
• Fine dining or AA Rosette experience preferred.
• Passionate, creative and highly organised with exceptional attention to detail.

What's on Offer

• £40,000 salary
• Excellent tips
• Creative input into the pastry offering.
• Staff meals, pension and career development.
• Supportive and professional kitchen team.

A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle are essential, as the restaurant's location between Billericay and Chelmsford is not easily accessible by public transport.

Apply today with your CV to join one of Essex's leading fine dining restaurants.