Pastry Kitchen - Sous Chef in London

Job Description Join us as a Sous Chef – Pastry at CUT at 45 Park Lane, recognised as one of ‘The Sunday Times Top 10 Best Places to Work for’ in 2024, 2025 and 2026. CUT is the number 1 in the UK ‘World’s Best Steak Restaurant’ and number 10 in the world. When you join us as a Sous Chef – Pastry at CUT at 45 Park Lane, you will have a unique opportunity to excel in your field. You will learn from your fellow Legends and our award-winning learning academy to achieve the highest standards in craft, service, and leadership. As a Sous Chef – Pastry, you'll enjoy your work and take pride in delighting our guests: Supervise daily shift operations and assist in leading the pastry team, running service efficiently from preparation to plating. Train, mentor, and develop junior chefs in fundamental pastry techniques and kitchen operations. Manage mise en place, track inventory, assist with ordering, and minimize food waste. Enforce the highest standards of food hygiene, sanitation, and kitchen safety regulations. The items shared are the essence of a day in the life of a Sous Chef – Pastry, but we’ll make sure you are provided with specifics on how we care for our hotel. The operational hours of work are shift-based and may be subjected to change. Pastry Techniques: Knowledge of pastry-making techniques, such as dough preparation, cake baking, and chocolate work. ~ Food Safety: Understanding of food safety regulations (HACCP) and maintaining a clean working environment. ~ Ability to follow pastry recipes precisely and maintain consistency in taste and appearance. ~ Basic Baking Equipment Use: Proficiency in using pastry and baking equipment like ovens, mixers, and piping tools. ~ Physical Endurance: Able to stand for long hours and work in a fast-paced pastry kitchen. ~ Team Collaboration: Work closely with other kitchen staff to complete orders on time. ~·Ability to switch between tasks quickly based on pastry kitchen needs during busy periods. Specialized Pastry Knowledge: Experience with specific types of pastries (eg. Decorating Skills: Ability to create visually appealing garnishes and dessert presentations using tools like piping bags, molds, or tempering chocolate. Experience in contributing to dessert or pastry menu creation. gluten-free, vegan, or sugar-free). Experience training or supervising junior pastry chefs. Flexible Work Hours: Willing to work during busy times, including weekends and holidays. Enjoy complimentary stays with breakfast at Dorchester Collection Hotels every year. Discounts: Get 50% off food and beverages at selected bars and restaurants within the Dorchester Collection: Enjoy Friends & Family stay discounts out hotels, Benefit from discounts at various high street and online shops Enrol from day 1 into the Royal London Private Pension scheme (we contribute 8% towards your pension); Benefit from Seasonal ticket loan, Rental deposit scheme, private financial advice, and Eye care vouchers. Training and Development: Advance in your career by accessing various apprenticeships from Level 2 to Hospitality Degree Level 5. Social Events: Participate in vibrant social events, including a summer party, winter ball, pub quizzes, and cultural and milestone recognition celebrations. Referral Bonus: Earn a £1000 bonus when you recommend a friend. Access immediate well-being advice because we care about our employees. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants.